Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

81.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €385.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

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

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 HGFJX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5:8:1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch and a weight of 420g / 14,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.