Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX vs Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 5000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW50XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
64.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €211.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD, 25QD, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, with 25mm spool stroke, 10133-425
Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD
Feeder And Match
88.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €218.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25QD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and gear ratio (4.7:1). While Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD?

Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX

  • Scoring 8.74 out of 10 (440g / 15,52oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 NZon Plus Distance 25 QD

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With 9.1 out of 10 score (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts