Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX vs Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)

Seafishing

84.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight385g / 13.58oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT

Spinning

60.00 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.22 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight235g / 8.29oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €74.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-CP
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 4000-CPX

The 5 out of 10 (4.8:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency