Daiwa TANACOM 800X vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-XHX
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Daiwa TANACOM
Multireels
72.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.71 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio2.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight1910g / 67.37oz
Line retireve per crank59 centimeter / 23.23 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €595.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size800
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/800

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €204.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa TANACOM 800X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and ball bearings (8). While Daiwa TANACOM 800X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa TANACOM and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500D-XHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.7 out of 10 (195g / 6,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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