Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX vs Daiwa BG 2000X

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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 BG

Spinning

73.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €87.80
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/125

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Daiwa BG 2000X 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.