Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-100
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €73.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX2500HGFI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
63.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €41.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX and Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX offers a ball bearings of 5, while Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

  • 8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish