Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX

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Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

43.10 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-

Weight380g / 13.40oz

Line retireve per crank95cm / 37.40 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €19.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.30mm/270m

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.71 out of 10

Ergonomics5.75 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight455g / 16.05oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €212.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.71 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - 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
A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95cm / 37.40 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX

At 5 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
Scoring 8.7 out of 10 (455g / 16,05oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.