Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X vs Shimano AERO XR C5000X

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

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

56.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €69.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 1000D(U)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.