Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

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Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.38 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight185g / 6.53oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €479.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizePC 3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.48 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight645g / 22.75oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €270.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X edges out Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). Still, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX 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 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 3000X

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques