Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX

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Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT

Feeder And Match

62.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.62 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight390g / 13.76oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €75.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000SS
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.47 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight650g / 22.93oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €270.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (650g / 22,93oz). While Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 6000SSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX

Scoring 8.14 out of 10 (650g / 22,93oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.