Daiwa Legalis LT Reel Review (Pros, Cons, & Who It’s For)

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It’s reel review time!

The Daiwa Legalis LT series is lightweight, budget-friendly, and has similarities to the Daiwa Fuego.

But is this reel for everyone?

In this video, you’ll learn about the pros and cons of this reel so you can decide if this is a great option for you.

Check it out below!

Daiwa Legalis Reel Review [VIDEO]

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Here are the pros and cons of the Daiwa Legalis LT series of reels:

Pros:

  • Range in size options (1000 to 6000 sizes available)
  • Very affordable and starts at just under $70
  • Overall weight is 7.2 oz
  • Air bail and air rotor reduces weight
  • Digigear gear system designed to create great power and torque

Cons:

  • The handle is not a direct drive so it’s not making direct contact with the gear
  • Carbon fiber components are not as rigid as an aluminum body
  • Felt washers (over time and catching a lot of fish) will eventually get sticky
  • No MagSeal

Here are the detailed specifications for the reel used in this video (Daiwa Legalis LT 2500-XH):

  • Gear Ratio 6.2:1
  • 5+1 Bearings
  • 22Lb Drag
  • Line Capacity 250Yd/10Lb
  • Weight 7.2oz.

Conclusion

daiwa legalis review

If you are just starting out, want to save some money, or are just interested in trying out a Daiwa spinning reel, this is a great option for you!

You can get this reel from our shop here:

Daiwa Legalis LT

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Have any questions about this reel?

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ikhwan
8 months ago

hi! is daiwa legalis 5000/6000 suitable for surf fishing

Rohan
10 months ago

In comparison in between DAIWA legalis 5000 lt D and Shimano nexav 5000
which one is better… Mainly for freshwater and frequently for salt also need long spool

Mike Stark
1 year ago

How would you compare the stiffness/rigidity of the frame with this new Zaion V vs. the older plain carbon frame LT models? I assume it isn’t as stiff as the regular Zaion used in the Tatula, but is the Zaion V in the newer Legalis significantly stiffer than the regular carbon frame LT reels?

Mike Stark
1 year ago
Reply to  Justin Ritchey

Thank you. I troll with some sizable weights at times and I was getting alot of flex in the regular carbon frame LT reels reeling them in, so I invested in the Tatula and that was a huge positive difference but now I need a reel with more line capacity and would prefer to not spend so much but still be lightweight. That’s when I noticed the new Legalis in a 6000 size. I’m hoping it has significantly less flex than what I found in the Exceler and other regular carbon frame LT models.

Josh Moore
1 year ago

I just got the 3000 D-C is it good enough for a Catfish rig on the river?

Ben Hatcher
2 years ago

You guys do a fantastic job!

I bought a 21 Legal Lt 2500. It looked good. It was light. It was as smooth as my Fuego, but the handle would not stay tight. I had high hopes for the reel, but I couldn’t accept the sloppy handle connection. I returned it. Do they all loosen so quickly?

Keep up the good work! Tight lines.

Luke Simonds
2 years ago
Reply to  Ben Hatcher

Interesting! I haven’t experienced that issue before.

Sam Craparo
2 years ago

I have an Excelor 2500 XH which I really like. Had direct screw in handle like my fuego. Probably only difference in the Legalist

Kevin
2 years ago

I have a 5” ultralite ugly stik rated for 2-6 lb test that I plan to use as a small river rod. Is a 2000 to large? What’s the size diff b/n the 1000 and 2000 size?

James Terrill
2 years ago

Just took my 2500-XH out today, hooked into a good sized redfish and the reel handled it well. Not sure if it was the fish or the reel but a just under slot redfish was pretty easy to work up to the kayak, no issues with the drag despite a ripping current. The fuego is nice but perpetually out of stock, this is a solid alternative so far. I’m using it with 30lb Daiwa grand and 12lb mono backing as a dedicated bottom rig.

Richard Fiorentino
2 years ago

2500 D or XH . which do you recommend for inshore soft plastics?

Richard Fiorentino
2 years ago

Justin – prior comment is for the 2500. Sorry

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