Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500X

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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 23 LEXA LT , 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-250
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
81.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €133.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500X edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). 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.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles