Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX

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Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €209.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.71 out of 10

Ergonomics5.75 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight455g / 16.05oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €212.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.3 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 5000D-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.3 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly