Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X vs Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX

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Daiwa Lexa E LT 19, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10226-301
Daiwa Lexa E LT 19
Spinning
3000x
86.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €129.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Shimano Stradic SWB, 5000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW50XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
64.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €211.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Daiwa Lexa E LT 19 3000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques