Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX

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Shimano 21 Sustain, 2500 FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA2500FJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 6000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-601
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
72.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.86 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €519.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5:3:1) and the line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 375g / 13,23oz and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 24 Certate SW?

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques