Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

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Daiwa Freams LT, 5000D-C, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10224-500
Daiwa Freams LT
Spinning
79.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €120.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150
Daiwa 21 Certate SW, 18000-H, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-180
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
79.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €537.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300

Conclusion

Both Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX and Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX perform at a similar level overall, so the better choice depends on what matters more to you, Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX offers a gear ratio of 5.2:1, while Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX stands out for a maximum drag of 30kg / 66,14lbs. Your decision should be guided by your fishing style and target species.

What's the difference between Daiwa Freams LT and Daiwa 21 Certate SW?

Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

  • With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (30kg / 66,14lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.