Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-XHX vs Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

77.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.46 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight655g / 23.1oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €785.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT

Feeder And Match

4000-c (match And Feeder)x

62.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.95 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €47.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C (Match and Feeder)
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-XHX edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.7 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-XHX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X

This reel ensures a smooth and efficient retrieve, great for consistent casting and control in feeder and match fishing
This reel provides steady retrieval 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch (6.71 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
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