Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX

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Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT

Feeder And Match

3000-c (match)x

63.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.98 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05 lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €49.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C (Match)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

80.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.77 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €267.10
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

This reel ensures a smooth and efficient retrieve, great for consistent casting and control in feeder and match fishing
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios