Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX

Shimano FX

Spinning

62.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.35 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight195g / 6.88oz

Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €262.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.