Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX vs Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 4000-CP, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-404
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
Penn FIERCE IV, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558704
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.5kg / 12,13lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235

Conclusion

Penn FIERCE IV 2500X edges out Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the total score (6.89 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000-CPX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a durability of 7.69 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 Penn FIERCE IV?

Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

  • 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