Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X

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 Sedona FJ 500
Spinning
500x
60.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight170g / 6oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano Sedona FJ 500?
Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX
- 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
Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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