Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX vs Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI
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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

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI
Spinning
52.60 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank73cm / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 SFI
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.16mm-150m / 0.18mm-120m / 0.20mm-95m
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI 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 Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI?
Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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