Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX
The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
67.80 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
Weight885g / 31.22oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €850.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
91.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €255.60
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Conclusion
Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and gear ratio (5.1:1). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 20 Airity LT 1000DX
- Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- With a score like 8.93 out of 10 (160g / 5,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- With an outstanding bearing score of 10 out of 10 (8), the reel offers top tier smoothness. Ideal for anglers who appreciate premium feel
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