Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

86.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.5 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank118 centimeter / 46.46 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Shimano 21 Nexave FI

Spinning

68.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.15 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight255g / 8.99oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 91 centimeter / 35.83 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000 HGX

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
8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish