Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX vs Shimano Torium 20PGAX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.87 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight560g / 19.75oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €286.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/384

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 20PGAX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and the maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). Still, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 165g / 5,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.