Daiwa 20 Airity LT 4000D-CX vs Shimano TLD 15X

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Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 4000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-400
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.23 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight230g / 8.11oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €274.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano TLD, 15, right hand, Multiplier reel with drag brake, Lever Drag, TLD15
Shimano TLD
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight528g / 18.62oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €154.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size15
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano TLD 15X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and ball bearings (8). While Shimano TLD 15X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Airity LT and Shimano TLD?

Shimano TLD 15X

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.