Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2500X

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-205
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €181.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT, 2500, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10608-250
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
64.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €66.30
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX edges out Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.6 out of 10) and the total score (8.1 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2500X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs 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 Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2500X

  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles