Shimano Complex XR 2500X vs Daiwa Tanacom 500

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Shimano Complex XR, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 21CMXXR2500F6
Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
83.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100
Daiwa Tanacom 500, right hand, Electro Fishing Reel, Star Drag, 10806-505
Daiwa Tanacom 500
Multireels
70.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio2.8:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight750g / 26.46oz
Line retireve per crank46 centimeter / 18.11 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €489.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/420

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500X edges out Daiwa Tanacom 500 with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (175g / 6,17oz) and the gear ratio (5.3:1). Still, Daiwa Tanacom 500 holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Complex XR and Daiwa Tanacom 500?

Shimano Complex XR 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Daiwa Tanacom 500

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.