Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €261.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500-D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

66.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.82 out of 10

Ergonomics5.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight665g / 23.46oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €245.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles