Daiwa RX LT 1000X vs Shimano TLD 20X

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Daiwa RX LT

Spinning

49.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.71 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.05/200

Shimano TLD

Seafishing

63.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.6 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio3.6:1

Maximum drag10.5kg / 23,15lbs

Weight668g / 23.56oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €179.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano TLD 20X clearly outshines Daiwa RX LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.6 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch). While Daiwa RX LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TLD 20X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa RX LT and Shimano TLD?

Daiwa RX LT 1000X

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action

Shimano TLD 20X

A line retrieval (per crank) of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.