Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX vs Shimano TLD 25X

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Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio6:0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 HGFJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4

Shimano TLD

Seafishing

75.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.81 out of 10

Gear ratio3.6:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight695g / 24.52oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 HGFJX edges out Shimano TLD 25X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6:0:1) and the maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). Still, Shimano TLD 25X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.