Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X vs Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Twin Power FD

Spinning

92.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Penn Squall II Levelwind

Multireels

66.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.92 out of 10

Gear ratio4:9:1

Maximum drag14.9kg / 32,85lbs

Weight530g / 18.7oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €138.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 LW LC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 290/0.29

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X clearly outshines Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and total score (9.2 out of 10). While Penn Squall II Levelwind 20 LW LC-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.