Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €72.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
92.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight145g / 5.11oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €469.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000S-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.28 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Exceler LT and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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