Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX

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Daiwa Crossfire LT, 3000-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10185-300
Daiwa Crossfire LT
Spinning
49.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.71 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €32.50
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 4000-H, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-400
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
80.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.92 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank90 centimeter / 35.43 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX clearly outshines Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs). While Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Daiwa Crossfire LT 3000-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 4000-HX

  • At 5.82 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.