Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX

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Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT, 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10411-255
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €210.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G), 5000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10315-051
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)
Seafishing
72.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight385g / 13.58oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €499.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a weight of 385g / 13,58oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)?

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 2500DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.