Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Twin Power XD A

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.33 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight200g / 7.05oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €359.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G)

Seafishing

84.10 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.85 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight385g / 13.58oz

Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €499.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 HGX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.0:1) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch and a weight of 385g / 13,58oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.