Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 1000X vs Shimano FX 4000 FCX

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 FX

Spinning

49.90 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 1000X clearly outshines Shimano FX 4000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in weight (220g / 7,76oz) and ergonomics (6.27 out of 10). While Shimano FX 4000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 1000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano FX 4000 FCX

6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques