Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
86.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight935g / 32.98oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings7
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €299.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/350

Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Conclusion
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.4:1) and total score (8.64 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 20000 PGX
- Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (4.4:1), this reel offers a faster line retrieval, making it a good option for chasing pelagics or (and in practice useful for to quickly reset)
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