Okuma MA-20DLXT New Magda Linecounter Reel review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	OKUMA
Material	Synthetic
Hand Orientation	Right Hand
Color	Black
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	1 Pounds
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Magda Pro Size 15 - 5.1:1 Gear Ratio
Multi-Disc Carbonite Drag System
2 Stainless Steel Ball Bearings
Lightweight Corrosion Resistant Frame And Side Plates

From the manufacturer

Magda Pro Line Counter Reel

Okuma Magda Pro line counter reels are constructed of lightweight corrosion-resistant frame and side plates, its' mechanical line counter tailors your presentations for accuracy and repeatability.The reels are available in both right and left hand retrieve.

Features

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant frame and side plates
Corrosion-resistant graphite spools
Mechanical line counter function measures in feet
2 Stainless steel ball bearing
16-point anti-reverse for improved hookups
Durable Machine cut brass gearing
Self-Lubricating Gear System, all models

About Us

Our motif represents a bear paw breaking from the surface of the water, producing sharp marks and splashes in a myriad of blue tones evoking the ocean. It illustrates the explosive power coming out of the fight between man and the ocean.

Okuma Fishing 's Rods and Reels Manufacturing

Okuma Fishing Tackle Co., Ltd., since 1986, is a fishing rods and reels manufacturer based in Taiwan. Okuma Fishing strives to deliver the ultimate fishing experience to everyone, as well as create the best fishing reels and rods for our fellow anglers, which are lightweight and precise.

product description

Made of lightweight graphite with stainless steel reinforcements, the Magda Pro Line Counter Trolling Reel's mechanical line counter tailors your presentations for accuracy and repeatability. Staple for walleye, lake trout, musky, steelhead and salmon trollers. The lightweight frame, sideplates, and graphite spools are corrosion-resistant. Reinforcing sideplate rings, ball bearings, and levelwind guide system are stainless steel. Features multi-disc carbonite drag system, durable machine-cut brass gearing, and a self-lubricating gear system. 2 stainless steel ball bearings. 1-year warranty.

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant frame and side plates
Corrosion-resistant graphite spools
Mechanical line counter function measures in feet
Multi-disc Carbonite drag system
2 Stainless steel ball bearing
16-point anti-reverse for improved hookups
Line counter screw port for improved air access
Durable Machine cut brass gearing
Self-Lubricating Gear System
20 45 sizes with Ergo grip power handle knob design
15-size features a twin paddle handle configuration
Automatic trip spool engaging mechanism
Stainless steel levelwind line guide system
One-year manufacturer's warranty

Model
Retrieve
Gear Ratio
Reel Weight
Line Retrieve

15DXT
Right
5.1:1
12.6 oz
23"

20DXT
Right
5.1:1
13.2 oz
23"

30DXT
Right
4.0:1
16.5 oz
24"

product details

Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 11, 2017
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Okuma
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B06W9GKX1L

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Questions about Okuma MA-20DLXT New Magda Linecounter Reel

What is the difference between the dx and dxt models?

Answer: Improved line counter, anti reverse and design

Left or right reel

Answer: Right hand for all 4 sizes, left hand available on 20 and 30 only (as of Dec 2017).

Answer: CRANK WITH THE RIGHT HAND

Answer: Left hand

how many pound drag for the ma-20 model?

Answer: It has 15lbs of drag. I use mine for a Sabiki reel and it does very well.

How many pounds of drag does the magda dxt 45 line counter reel have?

Answer: the Magda Ma-45DXT has a max drag of 18 lbs.

Answer: The 45EXT Has 18lbs of drag. It's fine for medium sized ocean fish. The only problem I have with it is the play in the spool.

does it count reeling in as well as letting line out?

Answer: The line counter is mechanical and will count up when letting line out and count down as you are reeling the line in.

Answer: Yes it does count both ways.

Answer: yes, in reverse

Does it have a clicker?

Answer: yes it does.

Answer: yes

Does this reel have a bait clicker?

Answer: Yes

Is there an option for left hand reel in the 45 dxt like the smaller (15 & 20 lb.) reels?

Answer: Yes, check out Amazon, punch in left hand reel in that size

whats the retrieve ratio?

Answer: Retrieve ratio depends on the size. Ratio is 5.1:1 on the 15 and 20, and 4.0:1 on the 30 and 45. Also same inches of line retrieved per turn on the 15 and 20 due to same spool diameter. The 45 is slightly faster than the 30 due to slightly larger spool diameter and/or gears.

Answer: 5.1.1

Looking at purchasing the ma-15 dxt-t but the shipping says usually ships between 1 and 2 months? is this true? i'd like to see it in 1-2 weeks.

Answer: no had mine in just a few days

Can you put a battery in the counter

Answer: The line counter is a mechanical part and does not require batteries.

Answer: It’s all mechanical, no batteries are required.

Answer: No. Not in a standard purchased 20DXLT

Answer: No

Does this have a on/clicker for the drag?

Answer: The Magda star drag reels feature a bait clicker which can be turned on or off with a switch.

Answer: Yes

would the 15dxt size reel. be good for ice jigging perch size fish?

Answer: Yes, but you really wouldn’t need a lune counter for that.

How tall is the ma 20dlxt from the bottom of the reel foot to the top of the counter?

Line eye gets stuck

Answer: I have several of these line counter in use for Striped Bass and have had no issues. I use both braded and mono line.

Answer: The level wind line guide has a screw on the bottom... maybe it came loose? I have the heaviest duty model, it has been very reliable. No problems at all. I use mine every weekend in saltwater.

Answer: I'm not sure what your question is but both my wife and I have one and experienced no issues at all. They reel fine and measure accurately. As suggested we filled the entire spool with 15 lbs test monofilament and used them to troll (successfully!) for speckled trout.

Is it palmable like the abu garcia line counter?

Answer: No

Just bought this and am inexperienced in fishing. Isn't the spool supposed to turn if I crank the knob? Right now it doesn't.

Answer: Try tightening the drag. Its the star looking wheel next to handle. Mine are right handed retrieve. so clockwise tightens.

Answer: Yes, it is supposed to turn. Tighten the drag.

Answer: Make sure the clutch bar is engaged and in the ON position. Also make sure that the star drag is tightened so that you have some drag pressure.

Is braided line okay on this reel

Answer: yes.. I use mono backing and only put on 150 yds of braid on top the mono.. and of course made sure in the end the spool is full.

Answer: I would think so. I put lead core for down rigger.

Does this reel come right and left handed?

Answer: The Magda pro reels come in both right and left handed models. The left handed model is the MA-20DLXT .

Does the ma-15dxt or the ma-20dxt have a level line counter? can't see one in the pictures.

Answer: It's there... in the upper right hand corner of the picture... it says Depth Counter. ;)

Does the ma-15dxt come with the second handel in the box?

Answer: No

would this reel be good for stealhead

Answer: Can't imagine why not if fishing from a boat. I have boated 25 - 33 pound Chinook off the North end of Vancouver Island and up to 22 pound Lake Trout from inland lakes. All trolling off down riggers and dipsy divers. There are better choices if fishing from shore.

Answer: If you’re using it for trolling yes. I have the smallest version that I use for trout trolling. I don’t really know anything about steelhead fishing so I’m not sure if trolling is common. I guess if you were drifting in a boat it would work OK too.

Answer: I'm sure it would work, I use mine for rainbow and speckled trouts.

I need 4 and you only have 1 available. Can i have a ship date on a order of 4?

Double or single handle

Answer: Pictures aren't completely accurate as of Nov 2017. Double handle on 15, single on sizes 20, 30, 45. Sizes 30 and 45 have a larger knob than the 20, both are definitely a nice upgrade from the previous generation. I've seen pictures of a 45 that has two holes in the handle arm, which would allow the user to increase/decrease leverage - I don't have one in hand, so I'm not positive on this.

Answer: Ours is 20DXT single handle.

Answer: The handle is only on the one side. I wish it could be used with either hand.

Answer: Single

Answer: Exactly as shown

Is this madx30dxt left handed

Answer: The picture is of a right handed reel. The description is a left handed reel. MA-30DLXT = left handed / MA-30DXT is right handed. The line counter is facing you when mounted on a trolling rod with the handle on the right side or left side depending on reel model

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Answer: cant find reel on line cant tell you

Answer: No

Would this be able to hand 30lb mono backing to a 27lb leadcore

Answer: Although I don't use lead core (I use downriggers or divers). I don't think a 20 DX has enough spool capacity for your line size. Not sure what your target fish is but I have had 20 # Chinook and 15 # Coho run off 150 yds at a time. I have had halibut (I think) spool off 300 yds and gone along with$80 worth of braid line and gear (twice). Shame on me. Too many boats and too little time to give chase.

Answer: Check the line capacity of the reel

Answer: Yes it can I run 65pound braided line.

Answer: maybe only 5 color.

is this a level wind reel?

Answer: I bought 6 of these and all of them were just as the item description says, a stainless steel level wind system. Absolutely no problems with these reels.

is gear for line guide plastic?

Answer: Yes, according to the manufacturer it's a Stainless steel levelwind line guide system.

How much line does it hold

Answer: The reels can easily hold 300 yards of line depending on the line size ( 8 lb ; 10 lb 12 lb and 14lb test). I currently have about 280 to 290 yards of 12 lb test line on my reels with a little room to spare.

Answer: Th

Answer: will it hold 20-25 lbs line, also for trolling, for salmon.

Answer: weight lbs/yds: 10/330; 12/290; 14/240

how acurate is the line counter

Answer: Very. Best line counter I have

Answer: Sorry, Haven't had a chance to try it out yet.

Answer: Seems to be accurate

Answer: I think it's pretty accurate.

Is the line counter in metric or standard?

Answer: standard

Answer: Standard, it counts in feet.

Answer: Standard. It measures in feet.⁰

Answer: Standard

Answer: If you are in the US then it is feet.

Answer: It is in feet.

Answer: In feet

What is the line capacity of 30 lb mono or braided

Answer: I have 65 pound braided line 300 yards with mono backing on it

Does the ma-20dxt come with the second handel in the box?

Answer: No it does not

Can you use wire line for trolling Striped Bass with this reel?

Answer: I probably would not. you must be in new england somewhere.. my old stomping grounds. why troll for stripers.. fish live bait in rock piles for the cows..

Can i get this okuma 15 in a left hand

Answer: I don’t know?

Is there a cast drag, like a magnetic control to help control backlash?

Answer: yes.. it's on the side of your reel

Want to troll for salmon and steel head 30 pound salmon should i use a 45 or 30 and why is the 30 more expensive than the 45

Answer: Get the 45 for more line capacity. If you want to run lead core or copper the 30 isn’t quite big enough. As far as the price the only thing I can think of is supply and demand.

Answer: the 30 is more popular hence the higher price. go 30 and fight that fish

can you put lead line on this reel?

Answer: yes

Answer: Yes, you can fit 100yds of backing and 10 colours (100yds) of 27lb leadline on these This answer is for the 45 size only. Cheers Col

Answer: Yes. I own the 20 running 30# braid. I would go at least size 30 if you want to run more that a few colors

is this saltwater rated?

Answer: Not sure whether or not it's "rated" for saltwater. Lots of graphite in the construction, and only 2 bearings, so salt shouldn't be a huge issue with average care. I wouldn't hesitate to take it out on the big blue for it's intended uses (not a tuna reel).

Answer: Yes I believe it is as it states in the owner's manual after you are done fishing you should spray it off with "fresh water" and wipe it off with a smooth cloth.

Can we cast this reel?

Answer: I can cast it a little bit, but it's not designed for that.

Answer: No, this is not an ideal castIng reel, it is more designed for trolling. Cheers Col

Answer: No. It is for trolling.

Answer: You probably can if you're not using lead line like I do.

How many colors of lead core 18lb. will this reel hold

Answer: 5 I think

can you put lead line on this reel?

Answer: yes

Answer: Yes, you can fit 100yds of backing and 10 colours (100yds) of 27lb leadline on these This answer is for the 45 size only. Cheers Col

Answer: Yes. I own the 20 running 30# braid. I would go at least size 30 if you want to run more that a few colors

Can I load the ma-45dxt with 200 ft. Of 45lb. Lead core

Answer: You should be able to fit 10 colors of lead core on the 45DXT which is more than 200 ft.

Does the depth counter change depending on what size line you use?

Answer: Depending on what diameter line you use you will have to calibrate it for accuracy. You do this by spooling line on the reel, when near capacity you measure off 100' and check it against your line counter. If you don't have enough line on your reading will be high when you measure against the line counter. To much line and your line counter will be under 100' when measured out. You can Google calibrating a line counter for additional info. Its a must do if your trolling and using the dive charts.

Answer: Change occurs as the diameter of the filled spool changes. These types of reels are generally calibrated to be accurate when the spool is full - they do not compensate for distance as the spool diameter changes when line is released (that would be expensive technology). When the spool empties there are more spool revolutions per quantity of line dispensed/retrieved, which overestimates the count. Therefore, the thicker the line used, the more quickly accuracy will diminish. I would choose a larger size reel to reduce this effect when using larger-diameter lines.

Answer: The counter measures yardage of line released from the reel. There is no adjustment for the diameter of line loaded onto the reel, however this would make little difference in the reading.

Answer: Yes it will change. In order to get the most accurate reading you should use MFG. recommended line weight.

Answer: Shouldnt make much of a difference

Answer: No, it's based on the revolutions of the spool.

Answer: No. Stays pretty consistent

Did the okuma magda star drag levelwind line counter reel size 30 ma-30dxt by okuma come in a box or a bubble pack?

Answer: The Okuma MA-45DXT New Magda Linecounter Reel came in a box. (Not the same model, but very similar.)

Answer: As I recall, the reel itself arrived in a box. That box was wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped in a larger box

Answer: Okuma factory boxed.

Answer: I bought two of them last year and each one of them was in a separate box with instructions.

Answer: Mine came in a box.

Answer: The one I ordered came in a box.

Does it come with or can you get a single knob power handle for the 15 DXT ?

Answer: No, I tried !!

Buying this for the line counter; casting for bass/lake trout from inflatable boat, w ocassional trolling. What inexpensive rod to pair with this?

Answer: Match the pole with the line weight and you’ll be fine. I fish for walleye anywhere from 40 to 80 foot of water and use lead line so my pole is rated 10/15 lbs line. Hope that helps

Does this real have a line guider that goes back and forth to wind the line evenly?

Answer: Yes it does. Good reel for the money. Line counter is accurate

Answer: yes level wind

Answer: YES IT DOES. THATS THE "LEVELWIND"

Answer: yes

Answer: Yes

How much line will fill this reel?

Answer: The Magda pro reel has a line capacity of (yds/lbs) - 290/14 , 230/18 , 210/20

How tall is this reel from the bottom of the reel foot to the top of the line counter?

Answer: I have the 15 and it is 3 1/4 inches.

Product reviews of Okuma MA-20DLXT New Magda Linecounter Reel

HL : Great product and worth every dime.

I use these reels on my rods. I have never had a problem with them. The line counter works well and is essential when fishing with Dipsy Divers. Great value and a good product.

Manuel Piceno : Outstanding Value

Based on price this was an excellent purchase. I haven’t landed and monsters yet so I have not had see how the drag responds.

RowdyR : Online pictures just don’t work

Size of reel is hard to decipher with an online photo. Used it a few times and It is a well built reel for the price, but was just too large for the type of fish I was targeting it with. Downsized to a Penn Warfare 15LW which was more in line of what I needed.

Eric Brady : Bought 2 counters did not work w either.

Bought 2 of these. Counters did not work on either. I had no line on them. So it maybe my fault. Tried my other line counters and had no problems. Also bought the Okuma trolling rods. They seem really nice and am keeping them but the reels went back.

Blake Peter : the drag is junk

the drag is junk, its either line breaking tight or open. no in between.

Debby : Five Stars

Perfect pricing

Amazon Customer : Excellent.

Excellent value for money, its weight is according to its size.

Amazon Customer : It works great on striped bass

I have been using the Okuma levelwind line counter #15 for 2 years. It works great on striped bass. My largest on this reel was 30 pounds. The drag worked perfect.
John G.

Kreig Adkins : The drag

When I received my 2 reels the drag on one did not work at all, it was like there was not one installed. Amazon immediately resent the order and I was able to get a good one and send the others back. I have fished several times with the reels and they work fine but the drag on both are not as smooth as I am use to and I'm not sure how they will work when I hang into a 10-20 fish. They are just $50 reels and maybe I got what I paid for, time will tell. I have caught many trout with them and the reels worked fine but they have all been under 3lbs. I will be steelhead fishing in a few weeks and if the reels hold up to a 10-12lbs steelhead these reels will be a great deal.

Since my review I have had the opportunity to put these reels to the test and I have to say they passed with flying colors. I bought two 15 DXT's and have caught many 5-15 pound fish and the reel did it's job perfectly. I have to admit that I have been looking at other reels that cost more money because I want a couple more for salmon fishing the great lakes but I can't justify spending more money on reels when these Okuma reels do the same job for less than half the price. It is a great deal and I am going to order two DXT 20's. P.S. I have changed my rating from a 3 to a 5 stars.

aleesha varley : easy to use and nice large grip for my arthritic ...

Haven't had a chance to use it yet but so far it's a handsome unit, easy to use and nice large grip for my arthritic hands. Excellent product that keeps the line perfect!

Catfish Cayd : Excellent drifting reel.

Great reel for drift fishing. Hold lots of line and the line counter is great.

cmoore : Five Stars

works great, smooth casting

Eric Von Berge : Junk

The reel does not work right

James M. : Five Stars

Good buy on Okuma Linecounter Reel, works great

bluegoose : I love the line counter

I use this reel for lead line for walleyes. I love the line counter,. The reel works great in this application and I'm very happy with the purchase.

POETFM : Good product

The Magda 20 is a compact fairly smooth operating line counter. The drag may be a bit sticky from time to time on the 1st run of a fish. Smooth after that with a great retrieve ratio.

Regina Mcmanus : Good capacity for leadcore

Great for leadcore for walleye

J Haynes : Dont Waste Your $$$

Wasted $$$. The mechanics are terrible. Switch to let out line sometimes works, sometimes stays locked up. Had it now for 3 years, would never buy another.

Blake Peter : the drag is junk

the drag is junk, its either line breaking tight or open. no in between.

david seefried : Works great

Been using these reels for 2 years excellent

moe : great bell

perfect for trolling

donald bowden : Worked as advertised

Used it for trout fishing

Joe : Good price

Nice for the price

J Haynes : Dont Waste Your $$$

Wasted $$$. The mechanics are terrible. Switch to let out line sometimes works, sometimes stays locked up. Had it now for 3 years, would never buy another.

russell banks : Even if I get just two good years out of this

Can't beat it! Even if I get just two good years out of this, it's well worth the price! Performs great!

Amazon Customer : This mother have not given my refund

It was not check out correctly, it was defective out of the box as soon as I start to reel it I knew it was bad

Andy : Line counter stopped working

I like the reel itself a lot has good drag and smooth retrieve. The only reason giving it 3 stars is because the line counter stopped working after about 3 trips and I make sure I wash it off after each time. The reel itself still works well but the main reason I got it stopped working.

Michelle : Broken right out of the box

Broken right out of the box. The spool does not spin at all when you turn the crank.

Travis F. : I actually bought 2 Okuma spinning reels a year ago and liked them so much that I bought this

This is a very dependable reel for the price. I use it for near shore/ off shore fishing in Florida. I have had it for about 3-4 months and it has held up well. This reel compares to the more expensive Penn reels. I actually bought 2 Okuma spinning reels a year ago and liked them so much that I bought this. You will not be disappointed at this price point.

ray lavasseur : Five Stars

good price great product!!

aleesha varley : easy to use and nice large grip for my arthritic ...

Haven't had a chance to use it yet but so far it's a handsome unit, easy to use and nice large grip for my arthritic hands. Excellent product that keeps the line perfect!

Pepe : Won’t free spool.

The drag is extremely touchy and they don’t free spool very well. On one of them you have to completely loosen the drag before the spool will release. Yes I engage the free spool and have the and have the spool brake as loose as it will go. Not very happy with them.

Kreig Adkins : The drag

James Kern : A little confused

I bought this reel thinking it was the "Pro" model as shown in ad. Neither the reel or the box had the word "Pro". I really hate buying something that doesn't look like what I think I'm buying so I returned it. Might be a good reel but I didn't want to start out being kind of uneasy about it. If anything happened I'd be bummed and would be thinking I got last years reel or something. Why was my reel different than the one being shown?

Carrie Stebbins : ok buy

works ok. drag is a pain in the ass. good value

Amazon Customer : I wish I could return these

Initially these reels performed ok for me but after one full season I can submit a better review. I only have one out of 4 of these still in service because the other three have failed due to broken gears, retainers, levelwind, and drag problems. In a nutshell I would only recommend these to someone using them in a light duty application. I troll divers and catch big fish and these are simply not a good option for this type of fishing. One big run of a fish is all that's needed to gut these reels out. Maybe fishing light lures for walleye you may love um but I cannot recommend them for targeting fish over 10lbs. When my last one gives out I'm just throwing them away because they arent worth fixing.

Julien H. : Great product

Great reel at great deal smaller but effective

Brad : YOU DO NOT GET WHAT YOU SEE!

You do not get what you see in this picture. Now I'm not sure if this is a glitch or something but nobody in 40 some reviews hasnt notice this so I guess I will. I have not used the reel in action yet I plan on doing so in a day or two.. However, the actual reel you get is better upon arrival in my opinion. Check out my pictures.

Amazon Customer : It works great on striped bass

I have been using the Okuma levelwind line counter #15 for 2 years. It works great on striped bass. My largest on this reel was 30 pounds. The drag worked perfect.
John G.

Stan : Purchased 2 MA15DXT-T both will only go in free spool ...

Purchased 2 MA15DXT-T both will only go in free spool part time fishing alone this is a problem trolling.. Out of time to send back to Amazon otherwise they would be gone.

cobrasz : Five Stars

Nice reel for the price. Use them trolling for Walleye.

J Haynes : Dont Waste Your $$$

Wasted $$$. The mechanics are terrible. Switch to let out line sometimes works, sometimes stays locked up. Had it now for 3 years, would never buy another.

josh : Great reel for the price

This reel might not satisfy a pro with it’s plastic components but for anyone looking for a good reel with a line counter for trolling, this hits the nail on the head. I could not be happier with it after a month of use.

Mike : Hard to beat for the money

Hard to beat for the money. Used flawlessly trolling for salmon.

J Haynes : Dont Waste Your $$$

Wasted $$$. The mechanics are terrible. Switch to let out line sometimes works, sometimes stays locked up. Had it now for 3 years, would never buy another.

Amazon Customer : Excellent reels

We have two of the 15s and two 30s. They seem very well built and durable. The drags are smooth and work very well. The line counters also work perfectly and are essential for trolling and jigging for lakers down deep. A great value for the price.

POETFM : Good product

The Magda 20 is a compact fairly smooth operating line counter. The drag may be a bit sticky from time to time on the 1st run of a fish. Smooth after that with a great retrieve ratio.

Mike : Hard to beat for the money

Hard to beat for the money. Used flawlessly trolling for salmon.

marknett : OK reel

I am not really impressed with this reel. When you let the line out , mist of the time you have to help it free spool. I oil the reel but it did not help. When I am trolling , I usually let the boat speed pull the line off the reel. This is using crank baits. I also have a diawa 17 accudepth and (2) 27 accudepth's. I MUCH prefer these reels. I like the 17 best because it is not as bulky. In fact, I just ordered another one to replace this reel.

Eric Brady : Bought 2 counters did not work w either.

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