Daiwa BG 1500X vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX

Daiwa BG

Spinning

73.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.69 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €87.80
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €490.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 1500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Daiwa BG 1500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa BG 1500X

Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX

With a great drag score 9.6 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt