Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
57.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
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 size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
90.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €226.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.08 out of 10) and durability (5.5 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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