Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G), 5000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10315-051
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 20 Stella, 6000 XG, SWC, left and right hand, Salzwasser Angelrolle, Front Drag, STLSW6000XGC
Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX 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.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups