Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
52.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs
Weight435g / 15.34oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €181.70
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.6 out of 10) and weight (165g / 5,82oz). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X
- A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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