Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX

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Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 1000D, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-100
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
91.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €255.60
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000D
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M063A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €267.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (9.16 out of 10). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Airity LT and Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX

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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.