Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX vs Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 2000 S-PX

Shimano Complex XR, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 21CMXXR2500F6H
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 24 IPRIMI LT, 2000 S-P, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10180-200
Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT
Spinning
58.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.73 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank63 centimeter / 24.8 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €97.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 S-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 2000 S-PX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) and gear ratio (6.0:1). While Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 2000 S-PX 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.

What's the difference between Shimano Complex XR and Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT?

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 24 IPRIMI LT 2000 S-PX

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency