Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.7:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.