Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

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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 Spheros SW A

Seafishing

61.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €149.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (7.52 out of 10). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8 out of 10 and a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.