Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX vs Shimano AERO XR 4000X

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 size3000 FJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

78.30 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.1 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €121.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX edges out Shimano AERO XR 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the total score (9.04 out of 10). Still, Shimano AERO XR 4000X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 5+1 and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.