Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 6000X

Shimano 21 Nexave FI , 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX1000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
50.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €39.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 6000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-600
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
63.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.66 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €82.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 6000X edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 220g / 7,76oz and a ergonomics of 6.27 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Daiwa 20 Legalis LT?

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 6000X

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 8.7 out of 10 (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish