Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260
Shimano Spheros SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW8000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
50.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • 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 Saltiga 4000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch) and total score (8.12 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

  • With a fast retrieve 90 centimeter / 35.43 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure