Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX vs Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX

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

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

Penn Slammer IV

Spinning

8500 Hsx

70.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag22.6kg / 49,82lbs

Weight870g / 30.69oz

Line retireve per crank127 centimeter / 50 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €294.00
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8500 HS
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.46/415

Conclusion

Penn Slammer IV 8500 HSX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.3:1) and the total score (7.08 out of 10). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a durability of 8.78 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.