Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

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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 Conquest HG, 201, left hand, Baitcast Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCCNQ201HG
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG
Seafishing
201x
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €477.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and the ball bearings (5+1). Still, Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X holds its own with strengths like a durability of 9.5 out of 10 and a line retrieve per crank of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
  • Rated at 8.67 out of 10 (5+1) for ball bearings, this reel provides smooth and consistent performance.. great for active match anglers

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.