Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X
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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 21 Luvias Airity
Spinning
84.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.67 out of 10
Ergonomics6.37 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight190g / 6.7oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €537.00
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.13/200
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and weight (190g / 6,7oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity?
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- With a drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 21 Luvias Airity 3000X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a score like 8.73 out of 10 (190g / 6,7oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6 out of 10 (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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