Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

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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 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

Feeder And Match

88.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €218.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25QD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Both Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX and Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX offers a weight of 645g / 22,75oz, while Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

Scoring 8.16 out of 10 (645g / 22,75oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With 9.1 out of 10 score (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts