Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX

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Penn Sargus II Spinning, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1321597
Penn Sargus II Spinning
Spinning
2500x
64.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio5.5:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight284g / 10.02oz
Line retireve per crank76 centimeter / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandPENN
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/235
Shimano Stradic SWB, 10000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW100HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
82.60 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €269.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX edges out Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (8.26 out of 10). Still, Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.5:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 76 centimeter / 29.92 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Penn Sargus II Spinning and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.6 out of 10 (5.5:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.86 out of 10 (76 centimeter / 29.92 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Stradic SWB 10000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.