Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

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

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

94.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €743.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 385g / 13,58oz and a ergonomics of 5.85 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.