Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X vs Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW

Seafishing

88.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.79 out of 10

Gear ratio4:6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight425g / 14.99oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 190/0.19

Shimano Sahara FJ

Spinning

47.70 out of 100

Value for money2 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.07 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight280g / 9.88oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €71.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X, offering significantly better performance in total score (8.82 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch). While Shimano Sahara FJ 4000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW and Shimano Sahara FJ?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW 6000X

A score of 6.67 out of 10 (4:6:1) gives you dependable cranking power with enough pace for most saltwater situations
Exceptional value at €435.33, this reel offers impressive performance for the price, making it a top pick for serious seafishing anglers and pros