Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX

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Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT

Spinning

91.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €234.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa 23 Saltiga

Seafishing

73.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.83 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight400g / 14.11oz

Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €787.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX edges out Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a weight of 400g / 14,11oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Daiwa 23 Saltiga?

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques