Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

68.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight890g / 31.39oz

Line retireve per crank143 centimeter / 56.3 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €889.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.55/300

Daiwa 22 Exist LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €655.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and weight (200g / 7,05oz). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a score like 8.67 out of 10 (200g / 7,05oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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