Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X

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Shimano TALICA II A

Multireels

20iiax

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs

Weight1030g / 36.33oz

Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT

Spinning

56.80 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €70.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000D(U)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX edges out Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.2:1). Still, Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 180g / 6,35oz and a maximum drag of 5kg / 11,02lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano TALICA II A and Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT?

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 23 LEGALIS LT 2000D(U)X

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.