Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX vs Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 3000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-300
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank85 centimeter / 33.46 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €479.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Shimano Twin Power XD A, C 3000 XG, left and right hand, Spinning Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPXDC3000XGFA
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
82.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €359.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX edges out Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano Twin Power XD A?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups