Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX vs Shimano Sedona 500 FI

Daiwa Regal LT

Spinning

46.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.37 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight190g / 6.7oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano Sedona 500 FI

Spinning

54.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag3kg / 7 lbs

Weight180g / 6.3oz

Line retireve per crank69cm / 27 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Conclusion

Shimano Sedona 500 FI clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) and total score (5.47 out of 10). While Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sedona 500 FI is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.