Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX vs Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Shimano TALICA II A

Multireels

20iiax

69.20 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag22.5kg / 49,6lbs

Weight1030g / 36.33oz

Line retireve per crank121 centimeter / 47.64 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €577.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20IIA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.56/290

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX clearly outshines Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and weight (210g / 7,41oz). While Shimano TALICA II A 20IIAX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano TALICA II A?

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
With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques