Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

63.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight430g / 15.17oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

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

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD

Feeder And Match

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.04 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €187.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2508
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X clearly outshines Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.8:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 TDR Match and Feeder QD 2508X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a line retrieve of 72 centimeter / 28.35 inch (5.29 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing