Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX vs Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

75.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000XGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.45 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight165g / 5.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €478.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizePC 2500-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 AIRITY LT PC 2500-HX edges out Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.