Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 24 Certate SW

Seafishing

71.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.86 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight375g / 13.23oz

Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and gear ratio (5:3:1). While Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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