Shimano Super 4000 GT RD vs Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2500-XHX

Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

Spinning

37.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag3.0 kg - 6.6 lbs

Weight355 g - 12.5oz

Line retireve per crank86 cm / 33.9 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25-260 / 0.30-180 / 0.35-130 / 0.40-100 lb/yds: 8-240 / 10-200 / 12-160

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT

Spinning

78.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.73 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €96.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Super 4000 GT RD and Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT?

Daiwa 22 PROREX V LT 2500-XHX

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 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.