Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX

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 Stradic SWB

Seafishing

64.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.7 out of 10

Ergonomics5.77 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €211.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.52 out of 10). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.7 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.