Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

50.20 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.82 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €39.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT

Spinning

71.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.50
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Daiwa 20 Exceler LT?

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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