Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX

Shimano 19 Stella, 14000 XG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW14000XGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
87.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight680g / 23.99oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/330
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 3000-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-300
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank85 centimeter / 33.46 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €479.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Both Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX offers a gear ratio of 6.2:1, while Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 85 centimeter / 33.46 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 3000-HX

  • With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8 out of 10 (85 centimeter / 33.46 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish