Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X vs Shimano TLD 15X

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 25000, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG25000SWA
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
87.20 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 drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight960g / 33.86oz
Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €319.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size25000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420
Shimano TLD, 15, right hand, Multiplier reel with drag brake, Lever Drag, TLD15
Shimano TLD
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics6.05 out of 10
Gear ratio4.0:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight528g / 18.62oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €154.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size15
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X clearly outshines Shimano TLD 15X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs) and total score (8.72 out of 10). While Shimano TLD 15X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano TLD 15X

  • Scoring 8.49 out of 10 (528g / 18,62oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits