Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

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Shimano Tekota, 501 HGA, left hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK501HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size501 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Daiwa Ninja LT, 6000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10219-600
Daiwa Ninja LT
Spinning
55.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.97 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €48.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX edges out Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.57 out of 10) and the weight (410g / 14,46oz). Still, Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Daiwa Ninja LT?

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Daiwa Ninja LT 6000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval