Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2500-XHX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT

Spinning

78.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.73 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €96.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

60.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.91 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €44.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2500-XHX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (205g / 7,23oz) and the ergonomics (6.32 out of 10). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 98 centimeter / 38.58 inch and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.