Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX

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 Twin Power FE, 5000XGFE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TPC5000XGFE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight265g / 9.35oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €399.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000XGFE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX clearly outshines Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 5000XGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn Sargus II Spinning and Shimano Twin Power FE?

Penn Sargus II Spinning 2500X

  • Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency