Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
54.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.97 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €48.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeLT1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX
- A high retrieve rate of 9.2 out of 10 (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X
- With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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