Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX

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Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT, 2000D(U), left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10435-200
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
56.80 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 crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €70.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D(U)
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M061A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €267.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch). While Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX

  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.