Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 20STSW5000XG
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 22 PROREX V LT, 4000-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10609-401
Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT
Spinning
79.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.74 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €98.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.8 out of 10 and a weight of 430g / 15,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 4000-CXHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly