Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX

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 Ninja LT
Spinning
65.70 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Conclusion
Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX clearly outshines Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and total score (9.25 out of 10). While Daiwa Ninja LT 5000-CX 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 Ninja LT?
Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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