Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

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

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 Spheros SW A

Seafishing

59.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight920g / 32.45oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 4000 SHX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX 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 Spheros 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 Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

With a drag score of 9.2 out of 10 (18kg / 39,68lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure