Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 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
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €655.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
60.40 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 crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €44.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175
Conclusion
Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (200g / 7,05oz). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000DX 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 4000DX
- 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.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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