Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX

Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank85 centimeter
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €673.66
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
59.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €44.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Conclusion
Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (175g / 6,17oz). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?
Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX
- With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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