Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX

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

Shimano FX

Spinning

48.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Shimano FX 2500 FCX 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 Shimano FX?

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 5000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano FX 2500 FCX

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers