Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag vs Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag
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, 2500 HG FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX2500HGFC
Shimano FX
Spinning
62.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX 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 FX?

Shimano FX 2500 HG FCX

  • 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
  • Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues