Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX vs Shimano TLD 20X

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 5000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW5000HGC
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 TLD, 20, right hand, Multiplier reel with drag brake, Lever Drag, TLD20
Shimano TLD
Seafishing
63.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio3.6:1
Maximum drag10.5kg / 23,15lbs
Weight668g / 23.56oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €179.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX edges out Shimano TLD 20X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) and the total score (8.16 out of 10). Still, Shimano TLD 20X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a gear ratio of 3.6:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX

  • A drag score of 6.22 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs) provides solid stopping power for typical inshore or light offshore fishing

Shimano TLD 20X

  • With a gear ratio of 5.33 out of 10 (3.6:1), torque gets higher priority than speed and makes the reel great for deep sea drops or hauling heavy fish from the bottom
  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance