Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT

Spinning

65.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €66.40
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

78.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs

Weight915g / 32.28oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €299.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX edges out Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.81 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a weight of 210g / 7,41oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Legalis LT and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 3000-CX

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 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques