Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

75.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000XGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT

Spinning

65.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.06oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €78.33
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 Ultegra C3000XGDX edges out Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). Still, Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 3000-CX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.