Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X vs Shimano Beastmaster

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, PC 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-251
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
94.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €478.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizePC 2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano Beastmaster, right hand, Multi-Ply Reel, Star Drag, BM9000B
Shimano Beastmaster
Multireels
81.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight1485g / 52.38oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €1,149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/650

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X edges out Shimano Beastmaster with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (165g / 5,82oz) and the gear ratio (5.2:1). Still, Shimano Beastmaster holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 88 centimeter / 34.65 inch and a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.