Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 4000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW40XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
63.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT, 2000S-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10001-203
Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT
Spinning
83.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight145g / 5.11oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €471.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000S-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.9:1) and total score (8.38 out of 10). While Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT?

Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover