Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

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Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 2000S-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-201
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
76.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €84.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000S-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 14000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG14000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
58.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.78 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight710g / 25.04oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €234.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the weight (180g / 6,35oz). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a durability of 8.78 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 2000S-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 6.57 out of 10 (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques