Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

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Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT

Feeder And Match

3000-c (match)x

63.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.98 out of 10

Ergonomics6.06 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05 lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €49.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C (Match)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €733.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT and Shimano 20 Stella?

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

Rated 8.51 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases