Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260
Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR, 2500S              , left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 1500956
Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR
Spinning
2500sx
63.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/100

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX edges out Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ball bearings of 5, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR?

Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency