Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX
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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 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
73.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €787.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6:0:1) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX 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 23 Saltiga?
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6:0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- 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
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