Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX

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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 FX , 2500 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX2500FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
48.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.71 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano FX 2500 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 6000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano FX 2500 FCX

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.14 out of 10 (71 centimeter / 27.95 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles