Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 5000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW50XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
64.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €211.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Daiwa 19 Certate, 3000-CXH, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-831
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Daiwa 19 Certate?

Shimano Stradic SWB 5000XGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing
  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish