Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X

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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 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW

Spinning

2500x

62.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.23 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight230g / 8.11oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €59.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X 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 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 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 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2500 / JB4 0.17MM YELLOW 2500X

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues