Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-050
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
85.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.88 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight365g / 12.88oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
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 5000-HX clearly outshines Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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