Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-250
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
53.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €45.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Daiwa 19 Certate, 3000D-C, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-830
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
89.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank77 centimeter / 30.31 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.92 out of 10). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Daiwa 19 Certate?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 2500X

  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000D-CX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.