Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

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

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI

Spinning

53.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €75.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX edges out Shimano Sedona 8000 FI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (235g / 8,29oz) and the gear ratio (5.2:1). Still, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94cm / 37.00 inch and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24.25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.