Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight415g / 14.64oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €677.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €74.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 XGX
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 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
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