Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX
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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 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5:3:1) and the line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 385g / 13,58oz and a durability of 9.5 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 21 Sustain?
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
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