Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX vs Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX

Shimano Stella FK

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €599.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 M
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

Daiwa 23 LEXA LT

Spinning

84.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €168.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX edges out Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.