Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT 2500X
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT
Spinning
64.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7584oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29528 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €64.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Both Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX and Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT 2500X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX offers a durability of 8.56 out of 10, while Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT 2500X stands out for a gear ratio of 5.3:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT?
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 24 Prorex X LT 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 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7584oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29528 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
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