Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX

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Shimano Tekota, 501 HGA, left hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK501HGA
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 size501 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT, 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10610-250
Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT
Spinning
82.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.6 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 bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €179.33
  • 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 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX edges out Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.57 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 2500DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing