Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX vs Daiwa BG 2500X

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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 BG, 2500, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-250
Daiwa BG
Spinning
75.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €98.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/190

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX edges out Daiwa BG 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). Still, Daiwa BG 2500X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a ergonomics of 6.12 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Daiwa BG?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators

Daiwa BG 2500X

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency