Daiwa RX LT 2000X vs Daiwa BG 8000X

Daiwa RX LT, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10423-201
Daiwa RX LT
Spinning
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.06/200
Daiwa BG, 8000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-800
Daiwa BG
Spinning
68.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank135 centimeter / 53.15 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €129.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/500

Conclusion

Daiwa BG 8000X clearly outshines Daiwa RX LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Daiwa RX LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG 8000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa RX LT and Daiwa BG?

Daiwa RX LT 2000X

  • 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
  • With a score like 8.23 out of 10 (265g / 9,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Daiwa BG 8000X

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.