Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 5000D-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-500
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 Stradic SWB, 10000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW100HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
82.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €269.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 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 Stradic SWB?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX

  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently