Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX vs Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X

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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
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 101001211
Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG
Spinning
48.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank0 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDELPHIN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €29.95
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/200

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). While Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Delphin QUEEN MonoDRAG 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval