Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €180.40
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D-XH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
58.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.78 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight710g / 25.04oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €234.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size14000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and weight (165g / 5,82oz). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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