Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

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 Stradic FM

Spinning

1000fmx

77.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €144.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and total score (7.74 out of 10). While Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.