Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX

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

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT

Spinning

60.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

79.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.46 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight660g / 23.28oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €284.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX edges out Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.99 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.8:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX

The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles