Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

86.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs

Weight935g / 32.98oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €299.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/350

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

65.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.06oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.64 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX

With a score like 8.67 out of 10 (200g / 7,06oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques