Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX

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Shimano Stella FK, C 3000 M HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STLC3000MHGFK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 M HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 125/0.13
Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 5000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-501
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
72.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €509.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stella FK and Daiwa 24 Certate SW?

Shimano Stella FK C 3000 M HGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish