Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

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Daiwa 22 Exist LT, PC 2500D-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-251
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €661.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizePC 2500D-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX edges out Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 90 centimeter / 35.43 inch and a weight of 345g / 12,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 22 Exist LT and Daiwa 23 Saltiga?

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups