Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X vs Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX

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 Vanford FA

Spinning

74.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.61 out of 10

Ergonomics6.48 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight155g / 5.47oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €184.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2500SA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Vanford FA C2500SAX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (7.49 out of 10). 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 gear ratio of 5.3:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.