Daiwa RX LT 2500X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

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Daiwa RX LT, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10423-251
Daiwa RX LT
Spinning
57.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/200
Shimano Spheros SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW20000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa RX LT 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.56 out of 10) and the ball bearings (4+1). Still, Daiwa RX LT 2500X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch and a weight of 270g / 9,52oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa RX LT and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa RX LT 2500X

  • With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.