Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

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

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 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

78.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.63 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €189.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.8 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 7, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.