Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

93.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €733.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

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

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Daiwa Regal LT 2500 DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.