Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX

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

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

67.80 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

Weight885g / 31.22oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €850.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

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 ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €649.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX 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 4000-XHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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.
A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly