Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Delphin BRONZ 5000X

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

65.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.72 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230

Delphin BRONZ

Spinning

51.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.15 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight254g / 8.96oz

Line retireve per crank-

Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €16.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/310

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX edges out Delphin BRONZ 5000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and the durability (8.72 out of 10). Still, Delphin BRONZ 5000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a ergonomics of 6.15 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX

Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.