Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG18000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €299.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-255
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
89.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €179.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-XHX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 22kg / 48,5lbs, 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 PROREX MQ LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500-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.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish