Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 4000-CX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT
Spinning
60.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.87 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €42.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 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 4000-CX
- 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 4000 FJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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