Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX vs Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

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
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
Spinning
37.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag3.0 kg - 6.6 lbs
Weight355 g - 12.5oz
Line retireve per crank86 cm / 33.9 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25-260 / 0.30-180 / 0.35-130 / 0.40-100 lb/yds: 8-240 / 10-200 / 12-160

Conclusion

Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and weight (210g / 7,41oz). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Regal LT and Shimano Super 4000 GT RD?

Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX

  • With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues