Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M065A
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 22 Caldia LT (MQ), 2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10426-251
Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ)
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.54 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €163.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 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 22 Caldia LT (MQ)?

Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500-XHX

  • 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
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish