Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €168.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

63.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight430g / 15.17oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €240.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and gear ratio (5.2:1). While Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish