Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Seafishing

63.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.97 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight300g / 10.58oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX 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 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