Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX

Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
57.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €41.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €209.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Nexave FI and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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