Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

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Daiwa 23 Revros LT, 4000-CXH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10221-403
Daiwa 23 Revros LT
Spinning
71.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €62.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Spheros SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW18000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-CXHX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.56 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 4+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Revros LT and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 23 Revros LT 4000-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
  • With a score like 8.2 out of 10 (270g / 9,52oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.