Shimano Complex XR 2500X vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX

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Shimano Complex XR, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 21CMXXR2500F6
Shimano Complex XR
Spinning
83.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.42 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight175g / 6.17oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100
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 Complex XR 2500X 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 durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a maximum drag of 15kg / 33,07lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Complex XR and Daiwa 24 Certate SW?

Shimano Complex XR 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 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

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.