Shimano Twin Power FE 2000SFEX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

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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 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 Twin Power FE 2000SFEX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and maximum drag (3kg / 6,61lbs). While Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 2000SFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Penn Squall II Conventional?

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

Penn Squall II Conventional 40-Right handX

With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time