Shimano Ultegra C3000DX vs Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 6000X

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

85.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 20 Legalis LT

Spinning

63.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.66 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight320g / 11.29oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €82.90
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C3000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 6000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and weight (220g / 7,76oz). While Daiwa 20 Legalis LT 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Daiwa 20 Legalis LT?

Shimano Ultegra C3000DX

With a score like 8.53 out of 10 (220g / 7,76oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.