Shimano Stella FK 2500 SX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

Shimano Stella FK

Spinning

87.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €593.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

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

Shimano Stella FK 2500 SX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.73 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX 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.