Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 5000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW5000HGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
81.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight420g / 14.82oz
Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €385.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 4000-XH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-400
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €490.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a weight of 420g / 14,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 4000-XHX

  • 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