Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX vs Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT

Spinning

63.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €58.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Shimano Vanford FA

Spinning

89.50 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (8.95 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanford FA 2500HGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.