Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

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 Stradic FM

Spinning

1000fmx

77.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €144.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6+1). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW and Shimano Stradic FM?

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X

When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles