Shimano Complex XR 2500X vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CXHX

Shimano Complex XR

Spinning

83.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT

Spinning

69.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeLT3000-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500X edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CXHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (5.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.36 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT3000-CXHX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.