Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW18000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT, 6000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10333-605
Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT
Spinning
70.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.74 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight315g / 11.11oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) and the gear ratio (5.1:1). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.56 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT?

Daiwa 23 FUEGO LT 6000DX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • 8.7 out of 10 (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish