Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 4000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-401
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
81.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.92 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Penn Slammer IV, 8500 HS, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1545770
Penn Slammer IV
Spinning
8500 Hsx
70.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs
Weight870g / 30.69oz
Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €294.00
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8500 HS
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX edges out Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (98 centimeter / 38.58 inch) and the weight (335g / 11,82oz). Still, Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.3:1 and a maximum drag of 22,6kg / 49,82lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Penn Slammer IV?

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX

  • With a weight score of 9.04 out of 10 (335g / 11,82oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • With a fast retrieve 98 centimeter / 38.58 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing