Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

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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 Spheros SW A

Seafishing

61.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €149.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and ball bearings (4+1). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX 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 Spheros SW A?

Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag

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 Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

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
Scoring 8.07 out of 10 (675g / 23,81oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.