Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX

Shimano Cardiff XR
Spinning
86.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.48 out of 10
Gear ratio6.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight155g / 5.47oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €219.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC2000SHG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT
Spinning
65.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €57.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeLT5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (5.5 out of 10) and total score (8.63 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Cardiff XR C2000SHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Cardiff XR and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT5000-CX
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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