Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT 2000S-PX

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

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 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 edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.9:1) and the total score (8.38 out of 10). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and a maximum drag of 16kg / 35,27lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.