Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX

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 20 Crossfire LT
Spinning
60.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.74 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €34.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT?
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 20 Crossfire LT 3000-CX
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
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