Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

81.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €385.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Spinning

18.40 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.59 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag-

Weight630g / 22.22oz

Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch

Ball bearings1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €25.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.16 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX

A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
Scoring 8.8 out of 10 (420g / 14,82oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.