Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX vs Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X
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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 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
52.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag6kg / 13.23lbs
Weight435g / 15.34oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €49.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/250
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (385g / 13,58oz). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X 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 23 MATCHMAN?
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX
- Scoring 8.9 out of 10 (385g / 13,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 4000X
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
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