Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX

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Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Daiwa 19 Certate

Spinning

88.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag-

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €379.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500D
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1) and total score (8.83 out of 10). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 2500DX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

A drag score of 6.54 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs) means you’re covered for most average carp battles without overthinking it
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load