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

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Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-500
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, 500 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
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 LCM
  • 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 LCM / 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 LCM / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.57 out of 10 and a weight of 430g / 15,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 LEXA LT and Shimano Tekota?

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

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.