Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX

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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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW

Seafishing

79.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.77 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight440g / 15.52oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €267.10
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 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and ball bearings (7). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX 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 Shimano 21 Stradic SW?

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99cm / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX

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 8.74 out of 10 (440g / 15,52oz), 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.