Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT, 2500D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10480-250
Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €204.30
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 2000S-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-201
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
76.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000S-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT 2500DX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7.67 out of 10 and a gear ratio of 6.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Ballistic MQ LT and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.