Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

Shimano 21 Nexave FI , 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX1000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
50.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €39.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT, LT2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10005-251
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
69.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeLT2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 220g / 7,76oz and a ergonomics of 6.27 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

  • With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish