Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
55.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €89.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-CP
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.04 out of 10) and gear ratio (5:3:1). While Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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