Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

58.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.78 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight710g / 25.04oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €234.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €519.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D-CXH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 5000D-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly