Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 5000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW5000XGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
69.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight420g / 14.82oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano 21 Sustain, 2500 FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SA2500FJ
Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
90.40 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €209.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 240/2.4

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5:3:1) and line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano 21 Sustain 2500 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
  • 6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques