Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
67.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €79.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX 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 5000 HGX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 5000-CX
- With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), 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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