Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX

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 ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €261.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500X-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

63.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight430g / 15.17oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €240.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish