Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X vs Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN

Spinning

54.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.92 out of 10

Ergonomics6.02 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight295g / 10.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €45.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT

Spinning

65.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight255g / 8.99oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €75.30
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX edges out Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the ball bearings (5). Still, Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.