Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

59.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight920g / 32.45oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Daiwa 20 Airity LT

Spinning

91.80 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.47 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight160g / 5.64oz

Line retireve per crank67 centimeter / 26.38 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €250.60
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and weight (160g / 5,64oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2000DX

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
With a score like 8.93 out of 10 (160g / 5,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.