Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano FX 1000 FCX

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 FX
Spinning
46.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Conclusion
Both Shimano FX 1000 FCX and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag score below average overall, indicating some compromises in total score and durability. If you must choose between them, Shimano FX 1000 FCX offers a slight edge in maximum drag, while Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may still be worth considering depending on specific preferences.
What's the difference between Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag and Shimano FX?
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 FX 1000 FCX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 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 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
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