Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X

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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 QR 750 / QC 750, QR 750, Spinning Angelrolle, Frontbremse, 10431-075
Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750
Spinning
47.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank58 centimeter / 22.83 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeQR 750
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/100

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.8 out of 10) and ball bearings (7). While Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa QR 750 / QC 750 QR 750X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval