Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X

Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
88.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings10
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €379.00
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
54.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight295g / 10.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €45.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200
Conclusion
Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.83 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN?
Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X
- Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
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