Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
92.50 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €132.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC3000HGD
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Conclusion
Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and total score (9.25 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?
Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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