Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
85.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €89.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 4000D-CXHX
- 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 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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