Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, PC 2500-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-252
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €478.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizePC 2500-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-100
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
56.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €56.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Daiwa 20 Legalis LT?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX

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

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 1000X

  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency