Daiwa 19 Certate 2500-XHX vs Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

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Daiwa 19 Certate, 2500-XH, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-826
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €379.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-040
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
81.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €777.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.26/260

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500-XHX edges out Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the total score (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 12kg / 26,46lbs and a line retrieve per crank of 90 centimeter / 35.43 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Daiwa 23 Saltiga?

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500-XHX

  • 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

Daiwa 23 Saltiga 4000-HX

  • At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations