Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio6:0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

84.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €180.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.