Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX vs Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX

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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 Stella FK

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €599.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 M
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX clearly outshines Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish