Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

Daiwa 22 Exist LT, 3000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-301
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 Sedona FJ 500, 500, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, SE500FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ 500
Spinning
500x
60.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (85 centimeter). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X 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 Sedona FJ 500?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000-HX

  • 8 out of 10 (85 centimeter) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues