Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

Daiwa Regal LT

Spinning

46.70 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 crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000 D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN

Spinning

53.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.92 out of 10

Ergonomics6 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €45.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (3) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 2000 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Regal LT and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers