Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) FC 2500X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

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Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G), FC 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 10424-250
Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)
Spinning
81.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.58 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €407.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeFC 2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/150
Shimano Spheros SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW20000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) FC 2500X edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (175g / 6,17oz) and the line retrieve per crank (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4+1 and a durability of 8.56 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) FC 2500X

  • With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.