Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX vs Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

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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 Ultegra

Spinning

76.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €125.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2000SD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX edges out Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX holds its own with strengths like a ergonomics of 6.4 out of 10 and a weight of 180g / 6,35oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.