Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

Daiwa Regal LT, 1000 D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10116-105
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 8000 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €75.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Conclusion

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) and line retrieve per crank (94cm / 37.00 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 1000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Regal LT and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI?

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

  • 8.9 out of 10 (94cm / 37.00 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues