Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 PGX vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X

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

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 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

64.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-XH(U)
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 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.8 out of 10) and total score (8.51 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000S-XH(U)X 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.