Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 4000-CX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX

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Daiwa 20 Laguna LT, 4000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10414-405
Daiwa 20 Laguna LT
Spinning
60.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.96 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €47.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 5000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW5000HGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
81.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight420g / 14.82oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €385.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). While Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Laguna LT and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 4000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.