Daiwa GS LTD 3000X vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X

Daiwa GS LTD

Spinning

27.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.66 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €83.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

71.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa GS LTD and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT?

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 3000-CXH(U)X

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.