Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX

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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
Shimano 21 Sustain, 5000 XGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SAC5000XGFJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6:2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 175/1.75

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6:2:1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 335g / 11,82oz and a line retrieve per crank of 98 centimeter / 38.58 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Shimano 21 Sustain?

Shimano 21 Sustain 5000 XGFJX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6:2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups