Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42P083A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.48 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight645g / 22.75oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €270.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW, 3000-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, bespult, Front Drag, 10006-300
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW
Spinning
3000-cx
63.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €61.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 3000-C / JB4 0.19MM YELLOW 3000-CX

  • 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
  • 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques