Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)

Seafishing

84.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight385g / 13.58oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

55.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight365g / 12.88oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €59.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (385g / 13,58oz). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

Scoring 8.9 out of 10 (385g / 13,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT6000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues