Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-XHX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 14000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-140
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
77.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €785.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 3000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-300
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank85 centimeter / 33.46 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €479.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX edges out Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the line retrieve per crank (85 centimeter / 33.46 inch). Still, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8 out of 10 (85 centimeter / 33.46 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish