Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 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

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €262.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

49.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.97 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight445g / 15.7oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €144.33
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 3000CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Airity LT and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000CXHX

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
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish