Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

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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
Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-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 4000-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
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.