Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX vs Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X

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Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-500
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
78.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT, 3000-C (Match), left and right hand, Match fishing reel, Front Drag, 10217-300
Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT
Feeder And Match
3000-c (match)x
63.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.98 out of 10
Ergonomics6.06 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05 lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €49.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-C (Match)
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (7.74 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT 3000-C (Match)X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a weight of 260g / 9,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT and Daiwa 18 Ninja Match LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.