Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX

Shimano Complex XR, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 21CMXXR2500F6H
Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
89.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100
Daiwa 21 Presso LT, 2000 SS-P, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 60381
Daiwa 21 Presso LT
Spinning
78.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight150g / 5291oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25197 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €367.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 SS-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/100

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX edges out Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and the gear ratio (6.0:1). Still, Daiwa 21 Presso LT 2000 SS-PX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 5kg / 11,02lbs and a weight of 150g / 5291oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Complex XR and Daiwa 21 Presso LT?

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish