Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT

Spinning

51.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.71 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

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 clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and ball bearings (7). While Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.