Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.52 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €585.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

84.20 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €743.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX edges out Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 6.2:1 and a maximum drag of 13kg / 28,66lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano 20 Stella?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX

Scoring 8.24 out of 10 (615g / 21,69oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
With a fast retrieve 8, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently