Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX vs Shimano 19 Stella 30000X

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)

Seafishing

72.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight385g / 13.58oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

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

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

61.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight860g / 30.34oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €959.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.62/400

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX edges out Shimano 19 Stella 30000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (385g / 13,58oz) and the ergonomics (5.85 out of 10). Still, Shimano 19 Stella 30000X holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.