Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Tiagra 16X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT

Spinning

68.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €79.40
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Tiagra

Multireels

91.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight1077g / 37.99oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €461.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 16X clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.13 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 16X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.