Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-100
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 Sedona  2500 SFI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI
Spinning
52.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank73cm / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 SFI
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil0.16mm-150m / 0.18mm-120m / 0.20mm-95m

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and total score (7.52 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI?

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73cm / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles