Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX vs Shimano TLD 15X

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 TLD

Seafishing

66.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability8 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight528g / 18.62oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €154.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size15
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX edges out Shimano TLD 15X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the total score (8.42 out of 10). Still, Shimano TLD 15X holds its own with strengths like 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 Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Shimano TLD?

Shimano TLD 15X

A line retrieval (per crank) of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits