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

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

71.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0/150

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.64 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch and a weight of 205g / 7,23oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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-CXHX

With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish