Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD vs Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

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Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD, right hand, Deep Sea Electric Fishing Reel, Star Drag, BMMD12000
Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD
Seafishing
75.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.4:1
Maximum drag43kg / 94.8lbs
Weight2300g / 81.13oz
Line retireve per crank53 centimeter / 20.87 inch
Ball bearings20

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €1,245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/1660
Daiwa Certate LT 19, 5000D-XH, 5000D-XH, spinning fishing reel, front drag, 10407-851
Daiwa Certate LT 19
Spinning
5000d-xhx
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26lbs
Weight295g / 10oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €409.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000D-XH
  • Handle type-
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientation-
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX edges out Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the weight (295g / 10oz). Still, Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 43kg / 94,8lbs 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 Beastmaster 12000 MD and Daiwa Certate LT 19?

Daiwa Certate LT 19 5000D-XHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a score like 8.03 out of 10 (295g / 10oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles