Shimano Torium 20PGAX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000-CX
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Shimano Torium
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.87 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight560g / 19.75oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €286.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20PGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/384

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT
Spinning
65.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €75.33
- 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
Shimano Torium 20PGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 20PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT?
Shimano Torium 20PGAX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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