Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX

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

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

84.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight670g / 23.63oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €895.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT

Feeder And Match

63.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 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~ €69.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.41 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT?

Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 23 NINJA MATCH & FEEDER LT 4000-CX

Rated 8.37 out of 10 (285g / 10,05oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
This reel provides steady retrieval 82 centimeter / 32.28 inch (6.71 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
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