Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-100
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
69.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano 21 Nexave FI , 4000 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX4000HGFI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
59.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €44.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX and Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX offers a weight of 175g / 6,17oz, while Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX

  • With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000 HGX

  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish