Shimano Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX

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

Shimano Vanquish FC

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €419.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000MHGC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/120

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 Vanquish FC 4000MHGCX edges out Daiwa 21 Certate SW (G) 5000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). 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.