Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX vs Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2000 S-HX

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT, 2000 S-H, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10307-200
Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT
Spinning
80.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €199.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 S-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2000 S-HX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.8:1) and the line retrieve per crank (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.82 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 16kg / 35,27lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT?

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 22 SILVERCREEK MQ LT 2000 S-HX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles