Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX

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 Spheros SW

Seafishing

40.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €96.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeSPC3000HGSW
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX 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 Spheros 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
With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt