Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX vs Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

67.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight930g / 32.8oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)

Spinning

91.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.6 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight290g / 10.23oz

Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and weight (290g / 10,23oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G)?

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 24 CERTATE(G) 5000DX

With a score like 8.07 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish