Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

18.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.59 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag-

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €25.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m

Abu GARCIA Zenon

Spinning

83.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.47 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs

Weight160g / 5.64oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €326.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 SH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.33 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag and Abu GARCIA Zenon?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
With a score like 8.93 out of 10 (160g / 5,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.