Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X vs Shimano AERO XR C5000X

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Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT, 2000, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10608-200
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
56.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
Shimano AERO XR, C5000, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, AEROXRC5000
Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €125.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT and Shimano AERO XR?

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios