Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT4000-CX vs Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

63.70 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €51.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Vanquish FC

Spinning

84.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight145g / 5.11oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €399.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2000SC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Conclusion

Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.49 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C2000SCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT4000-CX

6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues