Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000
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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 Dendou-Maru Plays 4000
Multireels
73.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.73 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight1230g / 43.39oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €622.90
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX edges out Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the weight (280g / 9,88oz). Still, Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000 holds its own with strengths like a durability of 5.73 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Shimano Dendou-Maru Plays 4000?
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
- With a score like 8.13 out of 10 (280g / 9,88oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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