Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 5000-C(U)X vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X

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

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

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X edges out Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 5000-C(U)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the total score (7.83 out of 10) and the ball bearings (5+1). 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 gear ratio of 5.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.