Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio6:2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 175/1.75

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT

Spinning

82.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.62 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €185.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX edges out Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). Still, Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000D-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 205g / 7,23oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.