Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX

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 Stradic FM
Spinning
1000fmx
77.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.38 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight185g / 6.53oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings6+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €144.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Conclusion
Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (6+1) and durability (8.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic FM 1000FMX 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 Stradic FM?
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 Stradic FM 1000FMX
- Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
- With a score like 8.77 out of 10 (185g / 6,53oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- With an outstanding bearing score of 9.33 out of 10 (6+1), the reel offers top tier smoothness. Ideal for anglers who appreciate premium feel
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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