Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX vs Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX

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 Stella FK, 4000 M, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STL4000MFK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 M
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Shimano Stella FK?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX

  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX

  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish