Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X vs Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000

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Daiwa 20 Laguna LT, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10414-255
Daiwa 20 Laguna LT
Spinning
59.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €39.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/200
Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000, right hand, Multi Electric Fishing Reel, Star Drag, PLAYS4000
Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000
Multireels
73.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.73 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight1230g / 43.39oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €622.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Conclusion

Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 edges out Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.73 out of 10) and the total score (7.38 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a weight of 255g / 8,99oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Laguna LT and Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000?

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.3 out of 10 (255g / 8,99oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers