Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX vs Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX

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 Twin Power XD A, 4000 PG, left and right hand, Spinning Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPXD4000PGFA
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
73.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €369.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/260

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX clearly outshines Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and gear ratio (5:8:1). While Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX 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 Twin Power XD 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