Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW6000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT, 2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10336-251
Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
71.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €78.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?

Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2500-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish