Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2500X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT
Spinning
59.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.72 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €33.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 2500X
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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