Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X vs Shimano Torium 16PGAX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.88 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight550g / 19.4oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €286.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/411

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.