Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

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Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 3000S-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-302
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
88.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
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 size3000S-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano Stradic SWB, 4000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW40XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
63.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.