Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

79.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight850g / 29.98oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €537.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300

Daiwa Crossfire LT

Spinning

49.60 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.86 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €41.70
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs) and ball bearings (8). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Daiwa Crossfire LT?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (30kg / 66,14lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
With a fast retrieve 8, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa Crossfire LT 4000-CX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a score like 8.07 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques