Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

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Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
42.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight370g / 13.05oz
Line retireve per crank92cm / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €17.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofil0.30mm/220m
Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and ball bearings (7). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Daiwa Sweepfire E 3500C - Spinning reel with front drag

  • 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
  • 8.7 out of 10 (92cm / 36.22 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Scoring 8.1 out of 10 (665g / 23,46oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.