Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX vs Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

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Shimano Ultegra, C2000SD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC2000SD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
76.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €125.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT, 5000-CP, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10312-500
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT
Feeder And Match
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €72.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-CP
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX edges out Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT?

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios