Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG8000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
65.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.72 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity, 4000-C, LT, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10010-400
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity
Spinning
84.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.63 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €484.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/200

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 16kg / 35,27lbs and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 4000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques