Daiwa BG 6500X vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX

Daiwa BG

Spinning

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight835g / 29.45oz

Line retireve per crank123 centimeter / 48.43 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €128.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.45/340

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

88.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.5 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight150g / 5.29oz

Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €478.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 6500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (5kg / 11,02lbs) and weight (150g / 5,29oz). While Daiwa BG 6500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2500SX 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 6500X

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 2500SX

A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9 out of 10 (150g / 5,29oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles