Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

94.80 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5:8:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight275g / 9.7oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

84.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €195.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX edges out Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch). Still, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 4000D-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a gear ratio of 5.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.