Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

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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-
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG5000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.68 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €205.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (8.1 out of 10). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.68 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing