Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX vs Shimano Stella FK 2500 SX

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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 Stella FK

Spinning

87.30 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €593.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 2500 SX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the line retrieve per crank (70 centimeter / 27.56 inch). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs and a weight of 345g / 12,17oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Stella FK 2500 SX

Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5 out of 10 (70 centimeter / 27.56 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles