Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX vs Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 24 Certate SW

Seafishing

80.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.92 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight335g / 11.82oz

Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

Spinning

52.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank73cm / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 SFI
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.16mm-150m / 0.18mm-120m / 0.20mm-95m

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (90 centimeter / 35.43 inch). While Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI?

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues