Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano TALICA II A

Multireels

20iiax

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs

Weight1030g / 36.33oz

Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €204.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and weight (195g / 6,88oz). While Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TALICA II A and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.7 out of 10 (195g / 6,88oz), 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 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles