Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX vs Penn Battle III 2000X

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 4000-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-405
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
89.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €167.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Penn Battle III, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII2000, 1518030
Penn Battle III
Spinning
74.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX edges out Penn Battle III 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). Still, Penn Battle III 2000X holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7.69 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 2000X

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.