Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 5000-CX

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 14000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW14000XGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
63.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.43 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight680g / 23.99oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10425-500
Daiwa 20 Legalis LT
Spinning
73.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.65 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €80.10
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 5000-CX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.56 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 4+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 20 Legalis LT?

Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 5000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish