Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX vs Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

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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
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG, 201, left hand, Baitcast Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCCNQ201HG
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG
Seafishing
201x
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €477.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX edges out Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch and a durability of 9.5 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 Ocea Conquest HG?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 5000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 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