Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X vs Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX

Shimano Sedona FJ 500, 500, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, SE500FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ 500
Spinning
500x
60.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110
Daiwa 19 Certate, 4000D-C, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-840
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
89.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.22 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight235g / 8.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000D-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.99 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ 500 and Daiwa 19 Certate?

Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

  • Designed with a light drag at 5 out of 10 (3kg / 6,61lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues

Daiwa 19 Certate 4000D-CX

  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques