Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

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Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 3000-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-301
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
84.50 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Shimano Spheros SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW20000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CXHX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and the weight (205g / 7,23oz). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.56 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 Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 3000-CXHX

  • With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 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