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

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
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
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