Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

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Daiwa 17 Prorex LT , 4000 D-C, 4000 D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10604-406
Daiwa 17 Prorex LT
Spinning
4000 D-cx
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €176.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 20STSW5000XG
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €240.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Prorex LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.