Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 5000-C(U)X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT, 5000-C(U), left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10435-500
Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT
Spinning
67.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €77.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C(U)
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-205
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €181.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX edges out Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 5000-C(U)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.6 out of 10) and the total score (8.1 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 5000-C(U)X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 5000-C(U)X

  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

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