Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX vs Shimano AERO XR C5000X

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 6000 HG , left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG6000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.71 out of 10
Ergonomics5.75 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight455g / 16.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €212.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190
Shimano AERO XR, C5000, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, AEROXRC5000
Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €125.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.7) and the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.71 out of 10 and a weight of 455g / 16,05oz, 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 6000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios