Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
65.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €79.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6:0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX
- 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 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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