Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500-XHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

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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 Spheros SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW10000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500-XHX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano Spheros SW A?

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 Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.