Shimano FX 4000 FCX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Shimano FX
Spinning
49.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
43.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag-
Weight380g / 13.40oz
Line retireve per crank95cm / 37.40 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €19.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.30mm/270m
Conclusion
Both Shimano FX 4000 FCX and Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag score below average overall, indicating some compromises in total score. If you must choose between them, Shimano FX 4000 FCX offers a slight edge in maximum drag, while Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag may still be worth considering depending on specific preferences.
What's the difference between Shimano FX and Daiwa Sweepfire E 4000C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano FX 4000 FCX
- With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
Similar comparisons

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 2000X vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX


Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX


Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2500X


Daiwa 20 LAGUNA LT 2500X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX


Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX vs Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX


Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX


Delphin IXTREK 2000X vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX


Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000CXHX


Penn Battle III 6000X vs Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX


Delphin IXTREK 2000X vs Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX


Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX vs Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX


Daiwa 22 Caldia LT (MQ) 2500DX vs Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX


Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX vs Daiwa 21 PROREX MQ LT 3000-CXHX


Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX


Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 4000D-CX


Daiwa 23 LEXA LT 3000-XHX vs Daiwa 22 Exist LT PC 2500DX


Delphin IXTREK 2000X vs Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-CX


Daiwa 20 Airity LT 2500-DX vs Daiwa Freams LT 5000D-CX


Daiwa 23 EXCELER LT 2000DX vs Penn Battle III 6000X


Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX
