Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX vs Shimano FX 1000 FCX

Daiwa Ninja LT

Spinning

69.50 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.87 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €42.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano FX

Spinning

46.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.25 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight225g / 7.94oz

Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Ninja LT 2500-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.