Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX

Daiwa Crossfire LT, 4000-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10185-400
Daiwa Crossfire LT
Spinning
49.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €41.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-100
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €73.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and ball bearings (5). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Crossfire LT and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX

  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency