Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 8000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW8000PGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/230
Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT, 6000SS, left and right hand, Match And Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10217-605
Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT
Feeder And Match
62.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.62 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight390g / 13.76oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €75.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000SS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (615g / 21,69oz). While Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX

  • Scoring 8.24 out of 10 (615g / 21,69oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX

  • A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases