Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

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Daiwa Regal LT, 2500 D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10116-255
Daiwa Regal LT
Spinning
54.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch). While Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.