Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW

Spinning

2500x

62.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €59.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (5+1) and the total score (7.83 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a ergonomics of 6.23 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.