Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X

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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
Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT, 4000-C (Match and Feeder), left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10217-400
Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT
Feeder And Match
4000-c (match And Feeder)x
62.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.95 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €47.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C (Match and Feeder)
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX edges out Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch). Still, Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X

  • This reel ensures a smooth and efficient retrieve, great for consistent casting and control in feeder and match fishing
  • A ball bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4), makes this reel runs fairly smooth, offering reliable fishing for general feeder and match cases