Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

83.80 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight145g / 5.11oz

Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €471.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

63.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/240

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.38 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 2500 HGX

8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues