Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

74.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.46 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight655g / 23.1oz

Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €429.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

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

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and the gear ratio (5:3:1). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Shimano 21 Sustain?

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX

Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish