Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX vs Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G), 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10315-050
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 Twin Power FE, 2500FE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP2500FE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
86.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500FE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX and Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX offers a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, while Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX stands out for a gear ratio of 5.1:1. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) and Shimano Twin Power FE?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval