Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX vs Shimano FX 3000 FCX

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €519.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000D-CXH
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Shimano FX
Spinning
52.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Conclusion
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano FX 3000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Shimano FX 3000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT and Shimano FX?
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Shimano FX 3000 FCX
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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