Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG18000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €299.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310
Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR, 2500S              , left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 1500956
Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR
Spinning
2500sx
63.80 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.20
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/100

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX edges out Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (22kg / 48,5lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR?

Abu GARCIA SUPERIOR 2500SX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73 centimeter / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles