Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 6000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW60HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
63.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.73 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-200
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
78.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €189.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.73 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 7, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT?

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval