Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX vs Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.51 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight620g / 21.87oz

Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag

Spinning

57.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.74 out of 10

Ergonomics2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.51 lbs

Weight315 g - 11.1oz

Line retireve per crank88 cm / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings4 Shielded Stainless Steel

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €99.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeDouble handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-290 / 0,20-240 / 0,25-160 / 0,30-105 lb/yds: 6-200 / 8-140 / 10-120

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (620g / 21,87oz). While Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano Stradic GTM 2500 RC Spinning reel with fighting drag?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX

Scoring 8.23 out of 10 (620g / 21,87oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.