Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

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Abu GARCIA Zenon, 4000 SH, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1548043
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
83.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.47 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs
Weight160g / 5.64oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 SH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 14000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG14000SWAXG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
58.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.78 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight710g / 25.04oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €234.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/240

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Zenon and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX

  • 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
  • With a score like 8.93 out of 10 (160g / 5,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.1 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure