Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 21 Presso LT 1000 S-PX

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-500
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
67.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €79.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 21 Presso LT, 1000 S-P, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 60380
Daiwa 21 Presso LT
Spinning
78.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight145g / 5115oz
Line retireve per crank61 centimeter / 24016 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €367.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000 S-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/100

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Presso LT 1000 S-PX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.55 out of 10) and the total score (7.87 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT and Daiwa 21 Presso LT?

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX

  • 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
  • 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