Quantum Optix Spinning Fishing Reel, 4 Bearings (3 + Clutch), Anti-Reverse with Smooth, Precisely-Aligned Gears, Previous Model review and price compare 2025

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Brand	Quantum
Material	Stainless Steel
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	0.5 Pounds
Fishing Line Type	Wire
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Three bearing system
double-anodized spool
stainless steel bail wire
lightweight body

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Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 12, 2020
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Quantum
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08FS97WFL

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Questions about Quantum Optix Spinning Fishing Reel, 4 Bearings (3 + Clutch), Anti-Reverse with Smooth, Precisely-Aligned Gears, Previous Model

Biggest optix

Answer: The bigger the number, the bigger the reel and the stronger line/fish it can hold without getting completely destroyed. Biggest Optix reel right now is the Optix 80.

Answer: The biggest optix is the 80 I have the reels in 10 20 30 and 60 all are very solid reels for the money

Answer: Our Op80D is our biggest Optix reel.

Answer: Sz 80 it’s big I use 30 lb line

Answer: Great reel. Love it.

Answer: I have an 80 and it's huge

Which reel is best for 15lbs mono?

Answer: This reel too small for 15lb test line---go up to next bigger model--very good reels

Answer: The penn fierce or battle 3000-6000. The optix couldn’t handle regular use saltwater fishing. If I had to pic one it would be the 40 and 60

Answer: 30 probably,we use the 40's with 20lb

Answer: Penn Spinfisher MODEL # SSV6500BLS

Answer: 30 lbs it'S great

does the size 10 come with that big grip handle?

Answer: No

What lb line do the 40 hold

Answer: The 40 size reel is recommended for 230yds of 10lb mono

whats the max. drag on the Optix 60?

Answer: 12 lbs.

can you set anti reverse on and off

Answer: The Optix 60 does not have and anti reverse override switch.

Answer: were is the anti-reverse located ,i have a optix 60 and i can't find the anti-reverse setting

Whats the line weight on the 80 reel? How many barrings?

Is this reel designed to handle super braids like spider wire

Answer: I bought the size 10 for speck fishing. I don't see why a size 60 wouldn't handle braid.

Answer: I use a 60lb braid line from walmart and works fine. I'm sure it can do even stronger ones.

What is the line size compacity?

Answer: The answer to the question "What is the line size capacity" for the Quantum Optix 05 is approximately 110-125 yards of 4 lb. monofilament.

show me the anti-reverse setting on the optix 60

What is the line capacity specs? Will it take 2 or 4 lb line?

where is the anti-reverse switch ? Instructions say it is on the bottom. Do not see one I have the Optix 60

Answer: multi-lock anti-reverse- the y say it built in???

Answer: Good qe0uestion. I dont see one either?

Witch modle is ultralight or closest to it?

Answer: Size 10

Do i need any special backing to use braided line

Answer: You will need to use about 20-30yds of mono backing under the braid, as the braid will not grip directly to the spool.

Answer: I didn’t use have a special backing and I have had zero issues.

Question for seller: what is line capacity for 1000 size reel???

Answer: This reel is recommended for 125yds of 4lb mono

what is the max drag weight for the size 80?

Answer: Not sure. I use 40lb big game test. Very confident. I have 2 sets of 5. Set on my 12 foot surf rods and a set of 5 on my 15 foot Okumas.

Whats the line weight on the 80 reel? How many barrings?

is the 60 sutible for salt water

Answer: I wouldn’t see why not.

What is the max line rate for the 60 ?

Answer: I wouldn't put more than 40 lb.mono....or 50lb. braided.

What size for ultra light rod?

Answer: Size 80 is big. That's what I use for my surf rods. Cast great. I also, have a size 60

Answer: This isn't a reel for an ultra light. I have two of these on 6 foot catfish rods.

Answer: Size 10 I use 20 on medium

Answer: Size 10

Answer: Maybe a 20

Is the handle metal or plastic?

Answer: The handle is metal. It's a great reel. You won't have any trouble with it. I have 5.

Answer: Plastic

How much drag does it handle

Answer: Not sure I use about 6 lbs of drag on size 60 optix

Whats the max line weight on the side of the reel?

Answer: Not sure, but I have 40lb test. Great reel and smooth. I have 15 of them. 5 on my 12 ft poles 5 on my 15 ft poles, and 5 backup reels.

Answer: 8lb

What size would work with a Penn Squadron iii 7'Medium inshore rod?

Answer: 50 or 60 size depending on what you'll be doing, throwing lures and artificial baits, I would use a 50, bait fishing/bank fishing I would use a 60

Answer: We would recommend the OP40D or OP60D

Answer: 30 or 40 would be best

How much 4lb mono will the size 10 hold and 20 hold? The description says both reels hold 190yds of 4lb test.

Answer: The Optix 10 is recommended for 125 yds of 4lb mono and the 20 is recommended for 140yds of 6lb mono.

What is the max drag for each of the model, I am looking for 6 or so Kg as the max drag.

Question for seller: what is line capacity for 10 size reel???

Answer: It is recommended for 125yds of 4lb mono

what size is the reel? Im looking for a 60 or 80

Answer: 60. Perfect size for crappie/panfish/trout

Line capacity?

Answer: (Yb/lb) 180/190 /4lb. Line

Answer: Love it, got 8.

I lost the handle piece where do i get another?

Answer: U have to go to quantum website look for same model of reel an model # is on bottom of the reel an look for parts your missing should b able to order them

Answer: You already looked for in amazon

What reel would be best for 25 or 30lb test monofilament?

Answer: 20lb heaviest mono I would use on the 60 size, so for 25 or 30lb definitely the 80 size.

Answer: Size 60 optix I would use 20- 25

Answer: Size 80 reel. I own 15 of them. I have 5 on my 12 foot rods, 5 on my 15 foot rods, and 5 backups. Actually 17, I have 2 size 60, also. Love them reels. Thanks. Richard

Answer: You will need a bigger reel than this

Can i use the size 40 on a mh action 7ft rod?

Answer: yes...no problem,I have a small head boat in bar harbor ,maine....we use 20lb big game line and use on 6 1/2 and 7 ft rods. keep them lubed good and they'll be fine. I have 40 of them.

Answer: We use the 40 size for catfishing on 7ft.ugly.sticks for the past 3 summers with an issue...

Answer: If you're interested in big catches, should be fine. May not feel response from smaller species. Would be a great catfish rig!

Answer: YES

Does the reel come spooled?

Answer: Does not

Product reviews of Quantum Optix Spinning Fishing Reel, 4 Bearings (3 + Clutch), Anti-Reverse with Smooth, Precisely-Aligned Gears, Previous Model

A. Bennett : Quantum Optix 80

Item arrived quickly and was just what husband wanted. Reel is smaller than expected but still good for price I paid.

Thomas Beebe : Good for unexpected salmon!

Size 20: Awesome, reliable reel. Caught a 12 pound Chinook running up the river a few fall's ago and this reel was perfect, even with a 6lb mainline. Boy was I surprised to see a salmon (first ever) on the end of the line!

alvaro p. : Do not recommend

reel keeps making a clicking noise. I have made adjustments with no luck. No longer will use this reel. Going back to Abu.

wm St.pete : Simple good and reliable

I've bought a few of these they really hold up

RyanGarrott : Best "bang for your buck" reel

Between my Grandma Grandma and myself we have 5 of these reels, all size 60 for surf fishing.

We normally catch small and medium bluefish and red drum or puppy drum. Each reel has lasted at least 2 seasons with moderate to light year round use. Both of my grandparents participate in surf fishing tournaments in the Outer Banks, NC about 4 to 5 surf fishing tournament ts per year 2 to 3 days each.

We always rinse the reel with freshwater when we get done fishing for the day.

The only reel that has had a hiccup is the one that was dragged through the sand when a 23 inch red drum pulled grandma's sand spike over and took off towards the ocean. The reel still held up to bring the fish in.

To buy a better reel about the same size you'd have to spend at least $60. The only reels I buy are these and $100+ Penn Battle reels.

mikey_b : Great value

The reel in my opinion has a good price piont and value, I have several 60 models and they never quit working and if they do I'll just buy another reel.

Gary F. : One Star

Handles fall off and zebco website tells you there no replacements available. ...same for 60's

Mike : Great Reel for the price.

I bought this reel for my young son to put on his ugly stick. Works great for the cost and does what it needs to do.

JJ : No Brainer!

Quantum reels are the most common around my house. Great cost. Good quality. Worth every penny.

boknows : Not bad for a backup especially for the price

Feels cheap and plasticky. A bit bulky and handle has a long throw. Not bad for a backup especially for the price.

Matthew : This bih fire ????

Heeeeeeeeeeee

Ghost : Good Starter Reel

I bought the size 60 for my wife so she could come catfishing with me at our local lake. This is not gonna stand up to a trophy sized blue, but this is good for any size channel cat. My wife enjoyed it immensely and I liked it quite a bit the few times I borrowed it. There's nothing to complain about. It's a good starter reel for spinning catfish setups. Mine is on a 7' MH Shakespeare Wildcat and it is definitely more than enough, probably too much, for our local 1-5# channels.

Amazon Customer : Five Stars

yes very satisfied

Cameron Cabarris : Worst reel ever

Worst reel ever

Ernesto Saenz : Fantastic

Great product for the price

Mike : Great Reel for the price.

I bought this reel for my young son to put on his ugly stick. Works great for the cost and does what it needs to do.

Wayne M. : Sweet

Nice

Paul : Good reel

I bought one of the Optix size 10 reels over a year ago. I use it to catch crappie/bream. I go fishing once per week on average. This has been my most used reel since I bought it. It has landed hundreds of filet size crappie. It's also landed a 10 lb catfish and a 10 lb drum that were caught while crappie fishing. It is still going strong with no problems. I can't speak to the larger models that people might use for larger species (like bass or catfish). But I can say that the Optix size 10 is a very good crappie/bream reel that I would recommend to anyone. In fact, I recently purchased two more of these as I'm expanding my fishing arsenal.

Cons:
none yet

Pros:
smooth retrieve
durable
easy to set drag
easy to change between left and right hand retrieve

Todd Stanford : Not bad for the price

Light weight strong works great with 4lb test

Heri : It is not anti-reverse. Not smooth

Reel goes backwards before it locks. This is not anti-reverse. Instructions indicate that there is a switch to activate the anti-reverse option on the bottom of the reel. There is no switch anywhere on this reel! Not smooth at all; you can hear grinding. This issues are demonstrated in the video. Pictures are to show there is no switch. This are the two things I was looking for to be true; disappointed but not shocked; based on price.

Snydly : I’ve bought more...seem like great value.

I bought two Optix 60’s last year when I wanted a few cheap spare Chesapeake striper setups for guests. They worked great for hard fighting 10-15lbers and went on new ugly sticks to become my choice rods. I rinse them down after saltwater use and they still perform and look like new. No issues with the drags or anti reverse like some older model reviews.

Ean : Great product

Built solid, great quality for the price! I got this to go with a 15 foot surf rod... Looks a little small for it, but it is a great match for function!

Amazon Customer : False advertising

Not the reel shown In the picture.

Matthew : This bih fire ????

Heeeeeeeeeeee

Amazon Customer : I do rinse them off in fresh water after each use but they are operating like new after a few years

I have 5 Optix spinning reels (1 20, 2 60, 2 80) I use regularly in salt water on the Texas Coast. I do rinse them off in fresh water after each use but they are operating like new after a few years. I have never had to tear them down and grease the bearings or replace a gear. I originally bought them because they were inexpensive and I usually go through reels every few years in the salt environment. The action is smooth, the bail release is smooth, the bearings must be well sealed, and the drag is easy to manipulate with a fish on. This is a well made reel for a inexpensive cost. This site doesn't address size though - 10&20 for ultralite use, 40 for bass, 60 pike/muskee or reds, 80 for surf fishing. The 80 is a big reel that I keep 40lb test on.
I love these reels. Would recommend.

Grant R. : I feel like they are money well spent

Bought several 10s and 20s for all my crappie setups. Reels are simple, no fuss, instant anti-reverse, and are balanced well. Sure the aren't 10 bearing unit smooth, but they are more than ample and have held up well through 2 seasons of HARD crappie fishing. At $25 a pop, I feel like they are money well spent.

Amazon Customer : False advertising

Not the reel shown In the picture.

katrina billings : Good reel wish it was a little smoother when reeling ...

Good reel wish it was a little smoother when reeling but good backpacking reel light but not so light it feels cheep would recommend for first timer or if your just a week end fishing kind of guy or girl

Snydly : I’ve bought more...seem like great value.

Josh Yeager : Smooth cast, smooth reel

This is my 3rd Optix 60. I have purchased 1 from our local big box store, a second from Amazon, and the 3rd from Amazon. This reel drastically improved my cheap rod I had been knocking around the lakes for catfish. It provided a much smoother cast, and reel than what was previously on the fishing rod. The reel made that much of a difference, I had to buy the second to install on another rod, replacing another worn out reel.

The third reel is intended for a recently purchased pink fishing rod, hopefully allowing me to get my original rod and reel away from the wife. Knowing the wife, I expect she will just have two rods and reels by the end of this.

Pablo Oses : Great reel

Great reel, i have in different sizes and work great everytime. Remember to grease it after first use.

Paul : Decent economical reel

Smaller than I thought it would be. Began to show signs of wear after a few weeks.

dewy 59 : Quatum 80

This reel is super smooth while you are casting out your bait and reeling in a big fish .This reel has 4 ball bearings which makes it a durable and smooth reel.A friend of mine owns 4 of the 60 series reels loves them.

Tom : One Thing To Keep In Mind...

I bought this in Size 10 to use 4# line on my light rod. I don't have any experience bringing in a fish with it yet but it casts and retrieves lures very well.

Although I'm not going to return it there is one feature I really don't like (hence the 3 stars). I expected when the bail lock is on that the bail would stop in the casting position like my other open-face spinning reels. It does not. Wherever you stop cranking is where it stops. That means when I use it locked I have to watch carefully where I stop it to position for the next cast. If I'd realized this I wouldn't have bought it.

Still, it's a nice little reel that should be good for many years.

Amazon Customer : good middle of the pack reel

not a bad reel for the price. decent weight. and pretty smooth with the 3 ball bearings. only thing i would change is the drag strength. it in the middle of the pack with that component. all i all really good real for the price

David : Its great

I bought this to replace my old reel that was falling apart. Didn't expect great things for the low price point, but boy was I surprised! Loaded up with 6lb line this thing is smooth. Feels pretty well built also. I would definitely buy it again.

Wayne M. : Sweet

Nice

Cameron Cabarris : Worst reel ever

Worst reel ever

dewy 59 : Quatum 80

Joshua : Works great never had a problem my last one lasted 10 ...

Works great never had a problem my last one lasted 10 years be for I broke in buy accident deff buy for your average recreational fisherman

Hammer : Built To Last

I love this reel. Works great for walleye and catfish. I have a Quantum XR-1 that is 19 years old and still going strong. I wouldn't be surprised if this one lasts as long.

Kenneth LeBlanc : Best Bang for the Price.

My wife needed a new reel, so I did some research and came across this item. Installed it on her new 7’ ugly stick and she loves it to death. The smoothness of operation and the long offset handle makes it easier for her to land the “big ones”.

Amazon Customer : Great reel for the price

The reel is incredible. I bought it for my dad and it is super smooth and works incredible. Definitely get it. If you want a bass reel get the 20-30 size and compared to a Shimano size ten is a little larger than the Shimano 1000 and so on.

Amazon Customer : Great Reel

Have used this reel for the last 5 years both for ice and open water fishing. Ordered this one to keep from having to switch back abd forth.

Heri : It is not anti-reverse. Not smooth

manlystanley : For the price, works better than expected.

For the price, works better than expected.

Joshua : Works great never had a problem my last one lasted 10 ...

Works great never had a problem my last one lasted 10 years be for I broke in buy accident deff buy for your average recreational fisherman

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