Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

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

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

71.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0/150

Shimano Ocea Jigger

Multireels

90.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight791g / 27.9oz

Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €509.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (9.04 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a weight of 195g / 6,88oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT and Shimano Ocea Jigger?

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX

With a score like 8.7 out of 10 (195g / 6,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish