Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX

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Shimano 21 Sustain, 4000 HGFJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA4000HGFJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
94.80 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HGFJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Shimano Spheros SW A, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW6000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and gear ratio (5:8:1). While Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 Sustain and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:8:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly

Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure