Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

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Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-200
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
78.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
Shimano Tekota, 501 HGA, left hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK501HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size501 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X edges out Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.57 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT and Shimano Tekota?

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.