Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT

Spinning

55.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT

Spinning

91.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €234.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (9.1 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX

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
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.