Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X

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 AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (5+1) and the total score (7.83 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.