Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000-XHX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

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Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

88.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €143.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.