Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X vs Shimano Tiagra 16X
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Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
91.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight1077g / 37.99oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelMultireels
- Price range~ €461.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size16
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano Tiagra 16X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.13 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 16X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Shimano Tiagra?
Shimano Tiagra 16X
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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