Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX vs Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

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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 Complex XR

Spinning

89.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/100

Conclusion

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX clearly outshines Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.0:1) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Complex XR 2500 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish