Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX vs Shimano FX 3000 FCX

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

91.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Shimano FX

Spinning

52.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX clearly outshines Shimano FX 3000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.14 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Shimano FX 3000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.