Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X vs Penn Battle III 2000X

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT, LT2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10005-250
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
62.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 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~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeLT2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Penn Battle III, 2000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, BTLIII2000, 1518030
Penn Battle III
Spinning
74.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4.5kg / 9,92lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.20/220

Conclusion

Penn Battle III 2000X edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (7.69 out of 10) and the gear ratio (6.2:1). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs and a weight of 230g / 8,11oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT and Penn Battle III?

Penn Battle III 2000X

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.