Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX

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

Daiwa 22 Exist LT

Spinning

88.70 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.47 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight160g / 5.64oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €668.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

69.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the line retrieve per crank (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles