Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX vs Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €218.10
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS

Multireels

78.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1/1.5:1

Maximum drag19kg / 41.89 lbs

Weight1625g / 57.32oz

Line retireve per crank111/41 cm - 43.70/16.14 inch

Ball bearings4 ARB

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €337.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size50 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 50/700. 80/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX edges out Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 19kg / 41.89 lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Shimano Tyrnos 50 II LRS?

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX

With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques