Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT

Spinning

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.74 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT

Spinning

55.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €72.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.74 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Daiwa 20 Exceler LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX

6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.