Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX
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Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €226.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

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 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX 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 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CXHX
- 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
Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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