Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
64.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €78.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €299.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310
Conclusion
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.81 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 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 2020 Saragosa SW A?
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- 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.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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