Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX vs Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

Daiwa 19 Certate, 4000D-C, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-840
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
Shimano Super 4000 GT RD
Spinning
37.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.69 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag3.0 kg - 6.6 lbs
Weight355 g - 12.5oz
Line retireve per crank86 cm / 33.9 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €89.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25-260 / 0.30-180 / 0.35-130 / 0.40-100 lb/yds: 8-240 / 10-200 / 12-160

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Super 4000 GT RD, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.99 out of 10). While Shimano Super 4000 GT RD may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Shimano Super 4000 GT RD?

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX

  • With a score like 8.43 out of 10 (235g / 8,29oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Super 4000 GT RD

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues