Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX vs Shimano Sienna 1000X

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M063A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
79.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €267.10
  • 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 Sienna, 1000, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, SN1000FG
Shimano Sienna
Spinning
49.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €27.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sienna 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (7.94 out of 10). While Shimano Sienna 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Stradic SW and Shimano Sienna?

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Sienna 1000X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval