Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 5000D-CX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

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Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT, 5000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10214-500
Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT
Spinning
91.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.53 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €344.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42P083A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight645g / 22.75oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €270.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 5000D-CX edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 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 24 LUVIAS LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 24 LUVIAS LT 5000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.