Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

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

Shimano TALICA II A

Multireels

20iiax

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs

Weight1030g / 36.33oz

Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

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 TALICA II A 20IIAX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (6.92 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X holds its own with strengths like a weight of 210g / 7,41oz and a maximum drag of 5kg / 11,02lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano TALICA II A and Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW?

Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa 23 NINJA LT 2000 / JB4 0.13MM YELOW 2000X

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.