Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX vs Shimano FX 4000 FCX

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10411-405
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
91.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €234.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano FX , 4000 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX4000FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
49.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano FX 4000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in weight (210g / 7,41oz) and total score (9.1 out of 10). While Shimano FX 4000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Shimano FX?

Shimano FX 4000 FCX

  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers