Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

52.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT

Spinning

4000 D-cx

84.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.58 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €176.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.42 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Daiwa 17 Prorex LT?

Daiwa 17 Prorex LT 4000 D-CX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt