Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

63.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics5.43 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight680g / 23.99oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)

Seafishing

84.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight385g / 13.58oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.