Penn FIERCE IV 2500X vs Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

Penn FIERCE IV, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1558704
Penn FIERCE IV
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.07 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.5kg / 12,13lbs
Weight280g / 9.88oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €65.70
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235
Daiwa Certate LT 19, 5000D-XH, 5000D-XH, spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10407-851
Daiwa Certate LT 19
Spinning
5000d-xhx
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26lbs
Weight295g / 10oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €409.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-XH
  • Handle type-
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientation-
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX clearly outshines Penn FIERCE IV 2500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Penn FIERCE IV 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn FIERCE IV and Daiwa Certate LT 19?

Penn FIERCE IV 2500X

  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency