Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X

Shimano Complex XR

Spinning

89.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT

Spinning

59.10 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.82 out of 10

Ergonomics6.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight255g / 8.99oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €39.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/200

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.92 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.