Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX vs Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX

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 Spheros SW, SP3000XGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SP3000XGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
40.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSP3000XGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.13 out of 10) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-XHX

  • At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations

Shimano Spheros SW SP3000XGSWX

  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance