Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 6000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42M061A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.77 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight440g / 15.52oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €267.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190
Shimano Spheros SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW10000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX

  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits