Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX vs Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD

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Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT

Feeder And Match

64.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €72.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD

Seafishing

75.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio2.4:1

Maximum drag43kg / 94.8lbs

Weight2300g / 81.13oz

Line retireve per crank53 centimeter / 20.87 inch

Ball bearings20

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €1,245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/1660

Conclusion

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD edges out Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.57 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 290g / 10,23oz and a gear ratio of 4.7:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT and Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD?

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
Rated 8.34 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases