Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

70.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight305g / 10.76oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

92.80 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight145g / 5.11oz

Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €469.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000S-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in weight (145g / 5,11oz) and ergonomics (6.52 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara FJ C 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.