Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

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Daiwa 19 Certate, 4000CXH, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-841
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Spheros SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW10000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX

  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

  • 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
  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure