Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.47 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight650g / 22.93oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €270.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Daiwa Ninja LT

Spinning

63.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.87 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Daiwa Ninja LT 2500DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.