Daiwa BG 5000X vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX

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Daiwa BG, 5000, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10460-500
Daiwa BG
Spinning
57.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.82 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight640g / 22.58oz
Line retireve per crank120 centimeter / 47.24 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €115.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/430
Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 5000-H, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-500
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
84.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €509.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa BG 5000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Daiwa BG 5000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa BG 5000X

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • With a weight score of 9.01 out of 10 (345g / 12,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • With a fast retrieve 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently