Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX

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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 Crossfire LT

Spinning

49.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.71 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag-

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.50
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (6), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX

With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques