Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

52.30 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag-

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

88.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €143.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000S-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Daiwa 23 LEXA LT?

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000S-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