Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Daiwa RX LT 2500X

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 RX LT
Spinning
57.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings2
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €32.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/200
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX clearly outshines Daiwa RX LT 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.6 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Daiwa RX LT 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Daiwa RX LT?
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa RX 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
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