Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX

Shimano Ultegra, C2000SD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC2000SD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
76.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €125.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105
Daiwa 20 Airity LT, 2500X-H, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10115-255
Daiwa 20 Airity LT
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €261.70
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500X-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX edges out Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs) and the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). Still, Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.5 out of 10 and a weight of 180g / 6,35oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500X-HX

  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish