Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX vs Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

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 TLD II A

Multireels

74.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.66 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1 / 1.7:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight1025g / 36.16oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €199.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX clearly outshines Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and weight (185g / 6,53oz). While Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX 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.