Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

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 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT 4000-C (Match and Feeder)X 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 Daiwa 18 Ninja Match and Feeder LT?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-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