Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X vs Shimano Tiagra 80WAX

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Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-250
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
65.30 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano Tiagra, 80WA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI80WA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
85.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.5:1 / 1.3:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight3265g / 115.17oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €779.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size80WA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 80WAX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch). While Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 80WAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano Tiagra?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Shimano Tiagra 80WAX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.