Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX
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Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8

Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
79.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €537.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and the gear ratio (5:3:1). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 8 and a maximum drag of 30kg / 66,14lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Daiwa 21 Certate SW?
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 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
- With a score like 8.17 out of 10 (275g / 9,7oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX
- With a fast retrieve 8, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
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