Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €74.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings14
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €809.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT and Shimano 19 Stella?
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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