Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX vs Shimano Complex XR 2500X

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

Shimano Complex XR

Spinning

83.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500X clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and weight (175g / 6,17oz). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano Complex XR?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 14000 XGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Complex XR 2500X

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a score like 8.83 out of 10 (175g / 6,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques