Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 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 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.48 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight645g / 22.75oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €270.40
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and ball bearings (7). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 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 21 Stradic SW?

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 21 Stradic SW 8000 HGX

A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
Scoring 8.16 out of 10 (645g / 22,75oz), 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.