Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

68.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.15 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight255g / 8.99oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

94.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €478.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizePC 2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.49 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.