Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

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 TwinPower SW

Seafishing

88.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio4:6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Conclusion

Both Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX offers a ball bearings of 8, while Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X stands out for a line retrieve per crank of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

With a fast retrieve 8, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

A score of 6.67 out of 10 (4:6:1) gives you dependable cranking power with enough pace for most saltwater situations
Scoring 8.79 out of 10 (425g / 14,99oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits