Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 20STSW5000XG
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
63.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €240.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 25000, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG25000SWA
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 Stradic SW 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.4:1) and maximum drag (20kg / 44,09lbs). While Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX 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 Stradic SW and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X

  • Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (4.4:1), this reel offers a faster line retrieval, making it a good option for chasing pelagics or (and in practice useful for to quickly reset)