Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

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

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

67.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight885g / 31.22oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €850.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

18.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.59 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag-

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €25.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (30kg / 66,14lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.