Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT

Spinning

56.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €65.20
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT

Spinning

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.74 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.74 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX

6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.