Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX

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Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

45.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank68cm / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €17.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.20mm/140m

Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

90.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.82 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight670g / 23.63oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and ball bearings (7). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 1500C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX

Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
With a fast retrieve 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.