Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

93.60 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5:3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight275g / 9.7oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 FJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

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

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.