Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

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

70.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.74 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight315g / 11.11oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX, offering significantly better performance in weight (210g / 7,41oz) and ergonomics (6.3 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX 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.