Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX

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

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

67.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight930g / 32.8oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Daiwa 22 Exist LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €661.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizePC 2500D-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter) and weight (170g / 6oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 22 Exist LT?

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500D-HX

With a score like 8.87 out of 10 (170g / 6oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques