Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

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 Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX edges out Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). Still, Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.57 out of 10 and a weight of 410g / 14,46oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.