Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX vs Shimano Sienna 2500X

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Shimano 21 Stradic SW, 8000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 51SF42P081A
Shimano 21 Stradic SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.47 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight650g / 22.93oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €270.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Shimano Sienna, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, SN2500FG
Shimano Sienna
Spinning
51.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €27.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX clearly outshines Shimano Sienna 2500X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch). While Shimano Sienna 2500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Stradic SW 8000 PGX 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 8000 PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.