Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX vs Shimano AERO XR C5000X
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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
68.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight890g / 31.39oz
Line retireve per crank143 centimeter / 56.3 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €889.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.55/300

Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelFeeder and match
- Price range~ €125.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120
Conclusion
Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (5+1) and the gear ratio (4.7). Still, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 30kg / 66,14lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Shimano AERO XR?
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 20000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano AERO XR C5000X
- The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
- Rated 8.57 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
- This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios
- Rated at 8.67 out of 10 (5+1) for ball bearings, this reel provides smooth and consistent performance.. great for active match anglers
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