Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX vs Shimano Tiagra 50AX

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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 Tiagra, 50A, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI50A
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
82.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight2365g / 83.42oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €633.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size50A
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX edges out Shimano Tiagra 50AX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the weight (295g / 10oz). Still, Shimano Tiagra 50AX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 93 centimeter / 36.61 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa Certate LT 19 and Shimano Tiagra?

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
  • With a score like 8.03 out of 10 (295g / 10oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.

Shimano Tiagra 50AX

  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load