Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX vs Shimano Tiagra 50WAX

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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 Tiagra, 50WA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI50WA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
86.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1 / 1.3:1
Maximum drag17kg / 37.48lbs
Weight2447g / 86.32oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €633.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size50WA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 50WAX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and the maximum drag (17kg / 37,48lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 175g / 6,17oz and a gear ratio of 5.2:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 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.

Shimano Tiagra 50WAX

  • Scoring 8.93 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs