Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 5000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-501
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
72.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €509.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Shimano 21 Nexave FI , 1000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX1000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
50.20 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €39.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 1000X

  • 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 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues