Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

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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 Ninja LT

Spinning

55.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.97 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight370g / 13.05oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €48.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (345g / 12,17oz). While Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

With a weight score of 9.01 out of 10 (345g / 12,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues