Daiwa GS LTD 3000X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX

Daiwa GS LTD

Spinning

27.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.66 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €83.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

89.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.55 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €167.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.96 out of 10). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa GS LTD and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.