Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

66.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.82 out of 10

Ergonomics5.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight665g / 23.46oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW

Spinning

2000x

55.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €57.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.82 out of 10) and the maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ergonomics of 6.3 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.