Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX

Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 20STSW5000XG
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €240.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Daiwa 21 Certate SW, 8000-P, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-081
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €585.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (92 centimeter / 36.22 inch) and gear ratio (4.8:1). While Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Daiwa 21 Certate SW?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX

  • With a high gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (4.8:1), this reel is built for jigging, lure work, or staying tight to fast-moving fish
  • With a fast retrieve 92 centimeter / 36.22 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently