Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX

Shimano 21 Sustain, 2500 FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA2500FJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4
Abu GARCIA Zenon, 2500 S, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 1547678
Abu GARCIA Zenon
Spinning
74.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs
Weight143g / 5.04oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €326.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 S
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/170

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX edges out Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and the total score (9.04 out of 10). Still, Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a weight of 143g / 5,04oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Abu GARCIA Zenon?

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX

  • With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt