Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 3000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-300
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.35 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight195g / 6.88oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €262.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (77 centimeter / 30.31 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 20 Airity LT?

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 3000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 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