Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

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Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT

Feeder And Match

4000-c (match And Feeder)x

62.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.95 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €47.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C (Match and Feeder)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.48 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight645g / 22.75oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €270.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)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 and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)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 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch (6.71 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios