Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX vs Shimano FX 4000 FCX

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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 FX , 4000 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX4000FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
49.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano FX 4000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and weight (345g / 12,17oz). While Shimano FX 4000 FCX 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 FX?

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX

  • With a weight score of 9.01 out of 10 (345g / 12,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano FX 4000 FCX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
  • A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers