Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

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Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT, 5000-CP, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10312-500
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 Stradic FM, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag
Shimano Stradic FM
Spinning
1000fmx
77.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX edges out Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6+1). Still, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT and Shimano Stradic FM?

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios

Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.