Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 1000X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT

Spinning

51.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.82 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €39.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.05/200

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

93.60 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5:3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight275g / 9.7oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 FJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX 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 1000X

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 4000 FJX

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
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.