Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT, LT5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10005-500
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
65.90 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 crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €57.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeLT5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT, 2000D, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10418-205
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €181.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.6 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX

  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

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