Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

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

Daiwa Freams LT, 5000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10224-500
Daiwa Freams LT
Spinning
79.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €120.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 25000, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG25000SWA
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
87.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight960g / 33.86oz
Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €319.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420

Conclusion

Both Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX offers a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch, while Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X stands out for a maximum drag of 20kg / 44,09lbs. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa Freams LT and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX

  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (20kg / 44,09lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.