Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX

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Shimano 21 Sustain, 3000 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SAC3000HGFJ
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 size3000 HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3
Shimano Stradic SWB, 6000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW60XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.73 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6:0:1) and line retrieve per crank (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch). While Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 HGFJX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6:0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.4 out of 10 (89 centimeter / 35.04 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000XGX

  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently