Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX

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Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD, 25QD, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, with 25mm spool stroke, 10133-425
Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD
Feeder And Match
88.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €218.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25QD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW5000XGC
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 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and the ball bearings (5). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 420g / 14,82oz 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 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

  • 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
  • Rated at 8 out of 10 (5) for ball bearings, this reel provides smooth and consistent performance.. great for active match anglers

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX

  • Scoring 8.8 out of 10 (420g / 14,82oz), 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.