Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX vs Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 4000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-400
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €490.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano 19 Stella, 14000 XG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW14000XGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
87.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight680g / 23.99oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/330

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX and Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX offers a line retrieve per crank of 99 centimeter / 38.98 inch, while Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX stands out for a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano 19 Stella?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX

  • With a score like 8.67 out of 10 (200g / 7,05oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly