Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-050
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
85.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.88 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight365g / 12.88oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Daiwa 22 Exist LT, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10102-255
Daiwa 22 Exist LT
Spinning
88.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €668.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX and Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX offers a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, while Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X stands out for a gear ratio of 5.1:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

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

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 2500X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval