Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-400
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
84.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.65 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 bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €195.33
  • 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 Sedona FJ 500, 500, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, SE500FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ 500
Spinning
500x
60.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT and Shimano Sedona FJ 500?

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX

  • 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

Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.