Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 HGX
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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

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
60.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €44.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/175
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 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 5000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.8:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 98 centimeter / 38.58 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 18000-HX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 5000 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 9.3 out of 10 (98 centimeter / 38.58 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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