Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel, Durable Aluminum Body, Right or Left-Hand Retrieve with 6 Bearings (5 + Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch) review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Quantum
Material	Blend
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Color	Silver/Black
Handle Material	Aluminum
Item Weight	0.75 Pounds
Bearing Material	Aluminum

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ULTRA-DURABLE PERFORMANCE: Long after its competitors fizzle out the Reliance size 45 spinning reel performance is designed with a durable aluminum body, forged aluminum spool and sturdy one-piece K-alloy handle, to keep on fighting
TROUBLE-FREE SALTWATER USE: Quantum Reliance reel features saltguard protection and 6 anti-corrosion bearings (5 + 1) to take on any fish in any element, equally at home in freshwater or saltwater. The roller bearings provide instant anti-reverse for immediate hooksets and super smooth performance for any application
WATER-TIGHT SEAL: Ready to go in all elements including rain, sleet or high winds, thanks to the water resistant fully sealing and maintenance free design that protects the reel's bearings, gears and other critical components from water corrosion, sand and wear
SUPERIOR DESIGN: This spinning reel is constructed with an SCR aluminum body and rotor, 6.0:1 gear ratio and 40 IPT for a smooth and consistent retrieve. The reel features the convenience of a changeable right- or left-hand retrieve. The ceramic carbon drag system can hold up to 30-pounds of max drag giving you the ultimate in design and strength to reel in your prize catch

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Reel Features

Gear Ratio: 5.6:1
IPT (inches per turn): 41
Max Drag (lbs): 35
Reel Weight (oz): 21.9
Mono Capacity (yds/lb): 315/14
Braid Capacity (yds/lb): 255/50
Dura-Lok Clutch
Water-Tight Seal

Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel

Size 55 Reel

Built to take on any fish in any element. The Quantum Reliance is super durable, and equally at home in freshwater or saltwater. The water resistant sealing and maintenance-free design protects the reel’s bearings, gears and other critical components from water, corrosion, sand and wear. With a durable aluminum body, forged aluminum spool and sturdy one-piece K-alloy handle, the Quantum Reliance keeps on fighting long after lesser reels have called it quits.

6 Anti-Corrosion Bearings (5 + Clutch)
Continuous Anti-Reverse clutch
Changeable right- or left-hand retrieve
Razor Rotor 2.0 Design
C4LF Carbon Fiber Rotor
Line Management System 2.0
Saltguard Protection
Maxcast 2.0

ROCK-SOLID GEAR BUILT TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF THE WILD

In the wild, strong is what thrives. Nature rewards toughness and performance, pushing those qualities to their limits and beyond. That’s why every Quantum rod and reel has been tried to exceed the wear and tear you can expect during years of real world use. And to back it up, we’re proud to offer the industry’s longest reel protection, with a 5-year limited protection on all of our reels, rods and combos.


6 Anti-Corrosion Bearings (5 + Clutch) Performance anti-corrosion bearings prolong the life of your reel by deterring water, salt, and rust from affecting the performance of the reel. These bearings are sure to deliver smooth performance for many fishing trips to come.	Ceramic Carbon Drag System The ceramic carbon drag system reduces friction and temperature of within the reel to ensure low breakaway force and smooth and consistent drag performance for the life of the reel.	SCR Aluminum Body and Rotor The saltwater corrosion resistant aluminum body and rotor are purified to be extremely resistant to wear and rust from saltwater and other foreign substances.



REEL SIZE	30	35	40	45	55	65
MONO CAP (yds/lb)	150/10	205/20	285/10	275/12	315/14	275/20
BRAID CAP (yds/lb)	205/20	275/20	260/30	325/30	255/50	240/65
GEAR RATIO	6.2:1	6.2:1	6.0:1	6.0:1	5.6:1	5.6:1
MAX DRAG (lbs)	20	22	25	30	35	40
IPT (inches per turn)	33	36	37	40	41	43
BEARINGS	5 + 1	5 + 1	5 + 1	5 + 1	5 + 1	5 + 1
REEL WEIGHT (oz)	9.7	10	14	14.4	21.9	23
HAND RETRIEVE	Ambidextrous	Ambidextrous	Ambidextrous	Ambidextrous	Ambidextrous	Ambidextrous

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Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 26, 2020
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Quantum
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08K5GHHV2

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Questions about Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel, Durable Aluminum Body, Right or Left-Hand Retrieve with 6 Bearings (5 + Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch)

How big is this compared to a Daiwa BG?

Answer: 30 size is about 2500 daiwa bg size

Answer: its about the size of a grown man's fist

would the 40 size reel be good for fishing in salt water lagoons and fishing off of a fishing marna dock?

Answer: Yes it would

Bail return magnetically?

Answer: This has a bail spring and not a magnet.

Answer: That is a nagar I’ve (no)

55 or 65 for musky? Use 65# braid. Looking for reel that is light enough to use all day and can cast light lures also with 65# braid.

Answer: Either one should work. The 55 will be lighter. The 65 will have more line capacity

Answer: We would recommend the 65.

To those who own this reel, if you don’t mind sharing, how is the drag?

Answer: This reel is worth every penny. I pulled in 20 to 40 lb cat fish and it held up just fine. Im sure it will hold up for at least another 10 years

Answer: What size did you get by chance?

is the 55 size like a 4500 penn VI?

Answer: The 55 is larger than a penn 4500.

I have a heavy action medium fast 8' line weight - 15-60lbs. lure weight 1-8oz guides 9+tip. weighs 17.4 oz. is a size 55 good? what lb braid is best

Answer: That will depend on what you are fishing for and from where shore/boat etc...

is the 55 and 65 good for braided line?

Answer: Yes you can use braided line on these reels.

How does the quality of the 6500 size compare to the penn spinfisher VI 6500?

Answer: Don't know about the 65 but the 55 quality is great. My friend broke his penn battle 2 when we were crab snaring. I took the reel of my 8ft striper rod and let him use it on his 12ft rod.

Answer: of course it's not a penn but for the price it's very good . strong drag sealed bearings. good reel

what is the best pound test line for this reel for saltwater water fishing and what brand?

Answer: The 30 is recommended for 150yds of 10lb mono or 205yds of 20lb braid

Is this reel (size 30) suitable for freshwater fishing? I mainly fish rivers and reservoirs in Colorado. Thanks!

Answer: Yes it can be used in Freshwater as well as Saltwater.

Does the 55 have a 3/4" wide foot?

Answer: It is slightly smaller than the 3/4". It is 0.65 in.

Answer: I have the 65 it fits standard rod seats. not sure how wide

Answer: No

Would the 85 be suitable for red snapper?

Answer: Yes this reel would be suitable for red snapper.

Answer: I have the 65 its strong and great drag. do I imagine if you have plenty if line it should work for snapper. I am very pleased for the price

where is this reel made?

Answer: All of our reels are made in China

Product reviews of Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel, Durable Aluminum Body, Right or Left-Hand Retrieve with 6 Bearings (5 + Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch)

Amazon Customer : Good reel but a little noisy.

Reel seems to be made well. I have only fished it for three days but no issues so far. I would buy again.

Mr. Furkins' Human : Nice reel for surf fishing

Living close to the beach, I have been surf fishing for a number of years. I have used Quantum reels for local lake fishing and have become a fan so when I saw a decent value Quantum reel to partner with my surf rod I couldn't resist. The sturdy aluminum body provides a solid feel and a smooth reel. Its a little on the heavy side but I like it nonetheless.

Jody pope : Great for the money ????

Very stout reel fir the money, was able to battle abiut an 80 tarpon with no worries.

Matthew D. Mercer : A sealed reel for < $100

I own the 30 and the 40. I have 2 very minor knocks. The gear ratio is 6:2. I caught a 5 lb snook off the bridge w the 30 and barely could reel it up. The reel is made for speed not direct winching and was surprised I had a hard time. I AM a HARDCORE fisherman and have over 40 rods and reels. And the second nit pick is the weight of the 40. It is a tank and does what it's supposed to do but its heavy on casting all day in a kayak. But compared to Penn, it's a no brainer. Junk the Penns and get these for less $.

Matthew D. Mercer : A sealed reel for < $100

JustAce2006 : Awesome reel for the money. The drag is amazing.

Smooth drag. Looks great!!! Feels solid when fighting any fish.

Jaysinism : Nice Big Reel

The Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel. This is a very nice and smooth fishing reel. It go the size 85 and it is huge. I've been using it for flathead fishing and I feel it is a little bit oversized but it can tackle the biggest fish without any problem. It has a very smooth and easy retrieve. I would highly recommend this Quantum Fishing reel.

WrongTurn : No spinfisher but I'm happy with it

When I saw there was a $99 sealed spinning reel I figured it was worth a shot. I am used to Penn Spinfisher VIs, so that is my comparison point. I will say it is not as smooth or quiet as my spinfishers, but it is not bad at all. Line lay was good when I spooled it up. Drag clicker is nice and loud, not blasting, but definitely audible.

I rigged it up and took it out on my kayak. Managed to snag a 19" Striper. I have the 30 size. Drag handled the fight perfectly well. Was super happy with it. Took it home and gave it a rinse since I'm in saltwater. Still feels great. Hopefully it holds up well.

4 stars instead of 5 simply because the Spinfisher is what I'd call a 5 star reel and this is just a touch under it in my opinion. For $99 as opposed to the $140+ of the Spinfisher though, I am extremely pleased with my purchase.

Antoinette : Very Sturdy

Warm weather means major fishing trips for some of us. This reel is ready for any type of fishing. The one-piece construction is sturdy and durable. It won't quit on you when you need it the most. It's fairly lightweight and easy to install. It makes a great gift for anyone who loves fishing. I highly recommend it.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read this review. I hope the information that I've provided helps make your decision a little easier.

Joey : warranty

Solid construction, several size to choose, and most of all a 3yrs protection plan just by registering product indicate that Quantum stand by their product.

Steve B from MO : WOW

This is a sealed reel for under $100 that performs on par with the top brands in the $150-200 range and that is impressive. It's not quite as quiet as some of those reels but it is close! I am using it in fresh water going after big catfish, muskies, walleye etc but this would handle big salt water fish all day long. I'm actually using it on fish well below what it is capable of. I love this reel.

frank : Nice reel

I have an old Quantum blue runner that wont quit. Did some research and came across reliance pt. Bought a size 30 and 45. Been using them both for 2 months now. Very happy with my purchase.

BH : Very nice spinning reel

This is a VERY nice spinning reel. Nice smooth mechanism, bale is easy to set, just works great. Never had a problem with a Quantum product, that includes this one!

Amazoncust : Good Drag

Not as smooth as I thought but overall well built and durable so far, size 30 reel for all around fishing in back lakes.

Lacey P. : Helped us snag a huge fish!

I'm not a fisherwoman at all, I gave this to the guys to try out and they all have thumbs up and 5 stars! They took this out looking for these giant, ugly fish and they caught two! I'm sorry I'm not technically wise on this but they said it was exactly as described and really high quality. They recommend.

Calbee Q : Perfect Finesse Reel！！

I have been loyal to Quantum for some time and reels like this one are why. Super smooth performance and lightweight! Have always loved the Titanium bail system, Smooth reel, excellent for a lazy retrieve. Holds flourocarbon or mono line with little added twist. Improves rod sensitivity to terminal vibration and handles overload with low entanglement. All sizes have smooth drag and have stood up to heavy smallmouth and largemouth fishing.

Average guy : This is better then a Penn.

I own two, and own two penn fierce III> They both catch fish, they both cast and reel, but I just like the feel of the quantum.

kathryn m boyle : Happy

All good

Calbee Q : Perfect Finesse Reel！！

Jody pope : Great for the money ????

Very stout reel fir the money, was able to battle abiut an 80 tarpon with no worries.

Matt Morgan : Smooth Operation; Bail Does not Close on Retrieve

Note: There are multiple products attached to this listing. I am specifically writing this review for the Size 85 spinning reel.

One of my favorite pastimes is fishing, and my brothers and I have made a point of scheduling an annual gathering to go fishing. Usually, that means a saltwater trip, and when we have not rented a charter we have had to provide our own gear. I do have a large saltwater reel that has served me reasonably well but it is not particularly good (I’d call it sufficient). My experience with Quantum has been freshwater spinning reels, so I know it’s a decent brand but I hadn’t worked with their saltwater-ready reels at all before this one. This is a brute of a reel and is a smooth operator, though I have encountered what I consider to be a serious issue.

Please note, there are several different sizes of this reel. If you are looking to do freshwater fishing in a quiet pond or lake, the 85 is a beast that is probably more reel than you need. Consider one of the other choices. However, for going after saltwater fish, either from a pier or from the shore, this is a good choice if you expect to catch anything of good size.

This reel is solid and has a smooth retrieve and zero-reverse clutch that doesn’t give even a little bit. The drag is easy to set and seems to work very well, though I do wish it was a bit louder.

I’ve encountered on issue with this reel and I think I have a defective one. The bail does not close by itself when I start cranking, I have to manually flip it myself to lock it back into retrieve mode. I cannot tell if I have a bad unit or if this is a design decision. Regardless, it is different and unexpected behavior than I have had with every other spinning reel, whether saltwater or freshwater. I plan to reach out to Quantum to determine if this is right or not. Though it doesn’t render the reel unusable, it does make it more work than it needs to be.

I like this reel, but I hesitate to rate it higher because of the bail issue I am seeing. Once I contact Quantum and determine the reason, I will return here and provide an update. If the bail closed as expected, this would be an easy 5-star product.

Santiago Michel Vazquez : Great Reel!

I own a 65, a 55 and a 40 size. Great reel, performs super good! Drag is smooth and strong, braid capacity is acceptable, quality of the finish of the reel is nice. A real competitor to the Daiwa BG

Santiago Michel Vazquez : Completely Stunned!

I got the reel one week ago, at first glance it looked fine! Good quality reel for the price, I was surprised. Spooled it with 50 pounds braid and took him to test with some big amberjacks. Super smooth drag, it performed excellent in the water, the bail and every part of it. Really amazed! I own Daiwas BGs, Tsunami Shields, and Penn Spinfishers VI and I have nothing bad to say compared to the Reliance. Hope my good impression lasts a lot more time of using this reel. Saludos desde Mexico!

Dale : SMOOOOTH

Everything about it is smooth. Excellent drag, beautiful finish, great build quality. Really impressive reel for the price.

Steve B from MO : WOW

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Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel, Durable Aluminum Body, Right or Left-Hand Retrieve with 6 Bearings (5 + Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch) review and price compare 2025

Product overview

product features

From the manufacturer

Reel Features

Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel

Size 55 Reel

ROCK-SOLID GEAR BUILT TO MEET THE DEMANDS OF THE WILD

6 Anti-Corrosion Bearings (5 + Clutch)

Ceramic Carbon Drag System

SCR Aluminum Body and Rotor

product description

product details

important information

Questions about Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel, Durable Aluminum Body, Right or Left-Hand Retrieve with 6 Bearings (5 + Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch)

How big is this compared to a Daiwa BG?

would the 40 size reel be good for fishing in salt water lagoons and fishing off of a fishing marna dock?

Bail return magnetically?

55 or 65 for musky? Use 65# braid. Looking for reel that is light enough to use all day and can cast light lures also with 65# braid.

To those who own this reel, if you don’t mind sharing, how is the drag?

is the 55 size like a 4500 penn VI?

I have a heavy action medium fast 8' line weight - 15-60lbs. lure weight 1-8oz guides 9+tip. weighs 17.4 oz. is a size 55 good? what lb braid is best

is the 55 and 65 good for braided line?

How does the quality of the 6500 size compare to the penn spinfisher VI 6500?

what is the best pound test line for this reel for saltwater water fishing and what brand?

Is this reel (size 30) suitable for freshwater fishing? I mainly fish rivers and reservoirs in Colorado. Thanks!

Does the 55 have a 3/4" wide foot?

Would the 85 be suitable for red snapper?

where is this reel made?

Product reviews of Quantum Reliance Spinning Fishing Reel, Durable Aluminum Body, Right or Left-Hand Retrieve with 6 Bearings (5 + Continuous Anti-Reverse Clutch)