Daiwa GS LTD 4000X vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

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Daiwa GS LTD, 4000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10501-405
Daiwa GS LTD
Spinning
51.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.67 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/270
Shimano Tekota, 501 HGA, left hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK501HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size501 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX edges out Daiwa GS LTD 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and the durability (8.57 out of 10). Still, Daiwa GS LTD 4000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 4.9:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa GS LTD and Shimano Tekota?

Daiwa GS LTD 4000X

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
  • Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.