Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX

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

Daiwa 22 Exist LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank85 centimeter

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €673.66
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

79.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.46 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight660g / 23.28oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €284.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the line retrieve per crank (85 centimeter). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 10000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and 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 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX

A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8 out of 10 (85 centimeter) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish