Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX vs Shimano TLD 25X

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Shimano 21 Sustain, 4000 FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA4000FJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Shimano TLD, 25, right hand, Multiplier reel with drag brake, Lever Drag, TLD25
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 4000 FJX edges out Shimano TLD 25X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and the total score (9.36 out of 10). 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.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano TLD?

Shimano TLD 25X

  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance