Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 10000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW100HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
82.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €269.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Daiwa 23 NINJA LT, LT2500-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10005-251
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 Stradic SWB 10000HGX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (7). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT?

Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish