Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

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

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 Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

Spinning

57.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.74 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs

Weight315 g - 11.1oz

Line retireve per crank88 cm / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-290 / 0,20-240 / 0,25-160 / 0,30-105 lb/yds: 6-200 / 8-140 / 10-120

Conclusion

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P clearly outshines Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag, offering significantly better performance in weight (555g / 19,58oz) and ergonomics (5.61 out of 10). While Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.