Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX

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

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €729.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX 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 5000D-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
With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish