Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 PGX vs Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 1000X

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

85.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight430g / 15.17oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €240.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT

Spinning

63.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.8 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch). While Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 PGX

A line retrieval (per crank) of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.