Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-100
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
75.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.66 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €198.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 2500S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-251
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
76.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €133.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 1000DX offers a ball bearings of 8, while Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles