Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

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

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG

Spinning

4000mhgx

94.90 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight270g / 9.52oz

Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000MHG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/165

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 Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.8:1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 96 centimeter / 37.8 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.