Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX vs Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €226.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Shimano Twin Power XD A

Spinning

82.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €359.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX edges out Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.