Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW

Seafishing

88.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio4:6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

56.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €73.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 1000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.