Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX vs Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 2500S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-251
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
76.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €133.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
Shimano Cardiff XR, C2000SHG, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, CDFXRC2000SHG
Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
86.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SHG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Conclusion

Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX edges out Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.1:1) and the total score (8.63 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a maximum drag of 5kg / 11,02lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Shimano Cardiff XR?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

  • 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
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX vs Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX - Fishingbenchmark