Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
64.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.68 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €86.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

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 6000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (210g / 7,41oz). While Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X 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 6000X
- 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
- With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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