Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 14000 XGX
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Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €226.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
76.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight660g / 23.28oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €429.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size14000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 14000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 14000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 14000 XGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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