Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

Daiwa Certate LT 19, 5000D-XH, 5000D-XH, spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10407-851
Daiwa Certate LT 19
Spinning
5000d-xhx
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26lbs
Weight295g / 10oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €409.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-XH
  • Handle type-
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientation-
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-250
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €45.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26lbs). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Certate LT 19 and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

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

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

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