Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000DX

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-300
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 22 Exist LT, 3000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-300
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €673.66
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X

  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 3000DX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.