Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.68 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €205.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa 22 Exist LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €649.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 22 Exist LT 4000-XHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly