Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
65.30 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €71.00
- 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
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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