Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

87.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight960g / 33.86oz

Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €319.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

78.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.65 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.3 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €196.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Both Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X offers a maximum drag of 20kg / 44,09lbs, while Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.3 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (20kg / 44,09lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 4000-CX

With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.3 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques