Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

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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
Shimano Ocea Jigger, 4000 HG, right hand, Jigging Saltwater Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCEAJG4000HG
Shimano Ocea Jigger
Multireels
90.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight791g / 27.9oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €509.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX edges out Shimano AERO XR C5000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.1:1). Still, Shimano AERO XR C5000X holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch and a weight of 250g / 8,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano Ocea Jigger?

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

  • Rated 8.57 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz) in weight, this reel strikes a great balance between sturdiness and lightness, making it great for consistent feeder casting
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.