Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000X vs Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

81.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

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

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

65.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000X edges out Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (8.1 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sahara FJ 2500X holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7 out of 10 and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.