Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX vs Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX

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 Twin Power XD A

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €369.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/260

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch). While Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) and Shimano Twin Power XD A?

Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly