Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX vs Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

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
Shimano 19 Stella, 10000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW10000PGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
89.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.93 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA LT and Shimano 19 Stella?

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX

  • With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), 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 19 Stella 10000 PGX

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