Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX

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Shimano AERO XR, C5000, left and right hand, Feeder fishing reel, Front Drag, AEROXRC5000
Shimano AERO XR
Feeder And Match
79.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability4.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.09 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €125.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC5000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120
Abu GARCIA Revo MGX, 20 SP/L, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 1513800
Abu GARCIA Revo MGX
Spinning
20 Sp/lx
63.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.43 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag6.4kg / 14,11lbs
Weight170g / 6.38oz
Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandABU GARCIA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €255.20
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20 SP/L
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/220

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (5+1) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Abu GARCIA Revo MGX 20 SP/LX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 5.5 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 84 centimeter / 33.07 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Abu GARCIA Revo MGX?

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • Rated at 8.67 out of 10 (5+1) for ball bearings, this reel provides smooth and consistent performance.. great for active match anglers