Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX vs Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €729.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Daiwa GS LTD
Spinning
27.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.66 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €83.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220
Conclusion
Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Daiwa GS LTD?
Daiwa 22 Exist LT 5000D-CX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), 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.
Daiwa GS LTD 3000X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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