Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

Shimano Torium
Multireels
83.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight845g / 29.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €289.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size50HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.7/429

Penn Squall II Conventional
Multireels
55.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.89 out of 10
Gear ratio6:1:1
Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs
Weight545g / 19.22oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandPENN
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €169.70
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size40
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 385/0.39
Conclusion
Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and maximum drag (14kg / 30,86lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Penn Squall II Conventional?
Shimano Torium 50HGA / Right HandX
- Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
- Strong, smooth resistance with a drag power of 14kg / 30,86lbs (8.8), great for keeping heavy fish in check, especially near obstacles
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX
- Scoring 8.18 out of 10 (545g / 19,22oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
- With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
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