Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

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

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

75.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.66 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €198.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

87.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight960g / 33.86oz

Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €319.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X edges out Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs). Still, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 170g / 6oz and a ergonomics of 6.43 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.