Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX vs Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX

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 Ultegra, C2500SHGD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC2500SHGD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
85.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €125.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2500SHGD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and the gear ratio (6.1:1). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 1000DX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 5kg / 11,02lbs and a weight of 175g / 6,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX

  • 6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques