Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Seafishing

79.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.7 out of 10

Ergonomics5.61 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight555g / 19.58oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.47 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight650g / 22.93oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX edges out Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (4.9:1). Still, Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a weight of 555g / 19,58oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.