Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX

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Abu GARCIA Zenon, 4000 SH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1548043
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
83.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 SH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G), 5000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10315-051
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)
Seafishing
72.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight385g / 13.58oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €499.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Zenon and Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.1 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock