Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X vs Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX

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 Ultegra

Spinning

75.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000XGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX 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 line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). 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 maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.