Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500-XHX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-251
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
72.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano Sedona FJ 500, 500, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, SE500FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ 500
Spinning
500x
60.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500-XHX edges out Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7 out of 10 and a weight of 170g / 6oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano Sedona FJ 500?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500-XHX

  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.