Shimano AERO XR 4000X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X

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

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

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 AERO XR 4000X clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and total score (7.83 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano AERO XR 4000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.