Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X vs Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX

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

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
92.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight415g / 14.64oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €667.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT and Shimano 20 Stella?
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X
- With a score like 8.47 out of 10 (230g / 8,11oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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