Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

Shimano 21 Sustain, 2500 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA2500HGFJ
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, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-205
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €181.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX 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 2000DX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 165g / 5,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

  • 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