Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG20000SWAPG
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 LEXA LT , 2500S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-251
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
76.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €133.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX edges out Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 215g / 7,58oz and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, 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 LEXA LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500SX

  • With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles