Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX

Shimano Twin Power FD

Spinning

88.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €383.50
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT

Spinning

65.30 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (5.56 out of 10) and total score (8.86 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.