Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

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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, 6000PG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW60PGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
86.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.73 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX clearly outshines Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.73 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch). While Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.