Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX
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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 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 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and gear ratio (5:8:1). While Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 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 4000 HGFJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:8:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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