Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX

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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 Ninja LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10219-500
Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
65.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €45.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX edges out Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 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