Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ

Spinning

64.90 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.2 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight240g / 8.47oz

Line retireve per crank91 centimeter / 35.83 inch

Ball bearings5

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €63.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SHGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

87.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs

Weight960g / 33.86oz

Line retireve per crank113 centimeter / 44.49 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €319.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/420

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X clearly outshines Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs). While Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sahara FJ and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Shimano 21 Sahara FJ 2500SHGFJX

With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.6 out of 10 (91 centimeter / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish