Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX vs Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

80.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.77 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €267.10
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT

Feeder And Match

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €72.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX edges out Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.7:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios