Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT

Spinning

51.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.82 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €39.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.06/200

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio6:2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 175/1.75

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Laguna LT and Shimano 21 Sustain?

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X

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

Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX

A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.