Shimano Ultegra C2500SHGDX vs Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

85.70 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €125.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2500SHGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

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 Ultegra C2500SHGDX edges out Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (6). Still, Daiwa 23 NINJA LT LT2500-XHX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 10kg / 22,05lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.