Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX vs Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW

Seafishing

71.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.86 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight375g / 13.23oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €519.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Shimano Complex XR

Spinning

89.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.0:1) and the line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish