Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

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Daiwa Ninja LT, 4000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10219-400
Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
63.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.9 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €44.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX edges out Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa Ninja LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-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
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.