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

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

71.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.50
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X edges out Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.56 out of 10) and the total score (8.86 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 3000-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5 and a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.