Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX
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Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €170.90
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €218.10
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 4000D-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
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