Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

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

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Legalis LT and Shimano 20 Stella?
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 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
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX
- A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 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.
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