Daiwa 18 Ninja Feeder LT 6000-SS (Feeder)X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

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Daiwa 18 Ninja Feeder LT

Feeder And Match

6000-ss (feeder)x

56.10 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight390g / 13.76oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €59.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000-SS (Feeder)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT

Spinning

84.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €180.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000D-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Ninja Feeder LT 6000-SS (Feeder)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.6 out of 10) and weight (165g / 5,82oz). While Daiwa 18 Ninja Feeder LT 6000-SS (Feeder)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Ninja Feeder LT and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 18 Ninja Feeder LT 6000-SS (Feeder)X

A line retrieve score of 8.7 out of 10 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch), this reel offers quick and smooth line pickup, ideal for keeping up during active feeder sessions

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 1000D-XHX

With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.