Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 6000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-600
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
64.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.68 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €86.90
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Daiwa 21 Certate SW, 18000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-180
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
79.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €537.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX edges out Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (7.91 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.1:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Daiwa 21 Certate SW?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 6000X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • 8.7 out of 10 (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.