Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000X vs Shimano TORIUM 40 PGAX

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Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-200
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
56.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
Shimano TORIUM, 40 PGA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Star Drag, TOR40PGA
Shimano TORIUM
Multireels
90.90 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1
Maximum drag14kg / 30.86lbs
Weight790g / 27.87oz
Line retireve per crank88.9 centimeter / 35 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €279.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size40 PGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.6/420

Conclusion

Shimano TORIUM 40 PGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (88.9 centimeter / 35 inch). While Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TORIUM 40 PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Legalis LT and Shimano TORIUM?

Shimano TORIUM 40 PGAX

  • Scoring 8.59 out of 10 (88.9 centimeter / 35 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.