Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX

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Daiwa Certate LT 19, 5000D-XH, 5000D-XH, spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10407-851
Daiwa Certate LT 19
Spinning
5000d-xhx
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26lbs
Weight295g / 10oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €409.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-XH
  • Handle type-
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientation-
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Shimano Spheros SW A, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW6000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (12kg / 26lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Certate LT 19 and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure