Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX
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Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €125.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
56.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €74.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Conclusion
Shimano AERO XR C5000X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR C5000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?
Shimano AERO XR C5000X
- This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
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