Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X vs Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

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 Complex XR, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 21CMXXR2500F6H
Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
89.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and total score (8.92 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT and Shimano Complex XR?

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X

  • 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

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish