Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX

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Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-300
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 ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €262.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M065A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
80.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €267.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a weight of 440g / 15,52oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.