Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500X

Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 5000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEXC5000HGFI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
60.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €44.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT , 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10228-250
Daiwa 23 LEXA LT
Spinning
81.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
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 size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500X clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in weight (220g / 7,76oz) and ergonomics (6.27 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 2500X 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?

There are not much differences between the two comparables