Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2000X vs Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

55.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.97 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €48.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

92.50 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000HGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT and Shimano Ultegra?

Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX

8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.