Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.68 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €205.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR 4000X edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.7) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.68 out of 10 and a weight of 450g / 15,87oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano AERO XR 4000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
With a line retrieve of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch (5.71 out of 10), this reel retrieves slowly.. suitable for relaxed feeder fishing