Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX vs Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 2500S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-250
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.5 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight150g / 5.29oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €478.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150
Shimano Spheros SW, SP3000XGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SP3000XGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
40.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSP3000XGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and total score (8.81 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action

Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX

  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance