Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 10000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW100HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
82.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €269.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT, 2000, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10608-200
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
56.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.26 out of 10). While Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT?

Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing