Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT

Spinning

56.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €56.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Daiwa 22 Exist LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €649.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Legalis LT and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X

Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX

A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 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.