Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX vs Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag

Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings12+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €599.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 M
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag
Spinning
18.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.59 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag-
Weight630g / 22.22oz
Line retireve per crank99cm / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €25.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil0.35mm/370m
Conclusion
Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX clearly outshines Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Stella FK and Daiwa Sweepfire E 5000C - Spinning reel with front drag?
Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX
- The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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