Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

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Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD, 25QD, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10924-025
Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD
Feeder And Match
90.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.51 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight455g / 16.05oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €312.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and gear ratio (4.7:1). While Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Daiwa 21 TOURNAMENT FEEDER 25QD

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With 9.1 out of 10 score (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

  • Scoring 8.1 out of 10 (665g / 23,46oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.