Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX vs Shimano Aero BB C3000X

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €204.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Aero BB

Spinning

54.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €54.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Aero BB C3000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Aero BB C3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.