Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI

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 HG FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI
Spinning
63.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 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 HG FI
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160 lb/yds: 6/200, 8/140, 10/120

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX edges out Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (7.52 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 91cm / 35.83 inch and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Sedona 2500 HG FI

  • 8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish