Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CX

Abu GARCIA Zenon

Spinning

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.54 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight138g / 4.87oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €326.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/100

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

64.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.6 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Zenon and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CX

6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues