Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW, 18000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-180
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
79.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €537.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 3000S-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-302
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
88.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €143.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000S-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX offers a durability of 9.5 out of 10, while Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX stands out for a gear ratio of 6.2:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX

  • 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 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish