Shimano Twin Power FE 2000SFEX vs Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

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Shimano Twin Power FE, 2000SFE , left and right hand, Stationary Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPC2000SFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
77.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €365.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000SFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Penn International VISW, 80, right hand, Big Game Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, Gold, 1370784
Penn International VISW
Multireels
64.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.98 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1/1.5:1
Maximum drag29.4kg / 64,82lbs
Weight3205g / 113.05oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €979.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size80
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.76/1435

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2000SFEX edges out Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (175g / 6,17oz) and the gear ratio (5.1:1). Still, Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a line retrieve per crank of 102 centimeter / 40.16 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Penn International VISW?

Shimano Twin Power FE 2000SFEX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Penn International VISW 80 / Color: GoldX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • A 7 out of 10 (5) ball bearing gives a smooth performance across most typical fishing situations