Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-HX vs Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 Ultegra

Spinning

75.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000XGD
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 Ultegra C3000XGDX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the total score (8.69 out of 10) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a ergonomics of 6.27 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.