Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX vs Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX

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Shimano Tiagra, 30WLRSA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI30WLRSA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
90.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight1575g / 55.56oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €524.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30WLRSA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-100
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
75.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €198.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX edges out Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 8 and a weight of 170g / 6oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Tiagra and Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT?

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.