Shimano Aero BB C3000X vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX

Shimano Aero BB

Spinning

54.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €54.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

82.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.55 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €167.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX clearly outshines Shimano Aero BB C3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.27 out of 10). While Shimano Aero BB C3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 4000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.