Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 6000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-061
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
73.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €787.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Abu GARCIA Zenon, 1000 S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1547675
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
85.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.55 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight135g / 4.76oz
Line retireve per crank63 centimeter / 24.8 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000 S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/100

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX edges out Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (8.57 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Abu GARCIA Zenon?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 1000 SX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing