Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

76.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.76 out of 10

Ergonomics5.42 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight685g / 24.16oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

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 ratio5.2:1

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
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.76 out of 10 and a gear ratio of 4.9:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX

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