Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 2000S-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-203
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 Tekota, 500 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500 HGA LCM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX edges out Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the total score (8.38 out of 10). Still, Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano Tekota?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load