Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW8000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
50.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD, left and right hand, Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10923-025
Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD
Feeder And Match
87.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €209.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and gear ratio (4.7:1). While Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD?

Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8.1 out of 10 (665g / 23,46oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 19 Cast’Izm Feeder 25QD

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With 9.1 out of 10 score (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) (line retrieve), this reel excels in speed which makes it perfect for rapid match fishing where every second counts