Shimano AERO XR C5000X vs Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

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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 Stradic SWB, 4000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW40XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
63.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and the gear ratio (4.7). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.61 out of 10 and a weight of 300g / 10,58oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano AERO XR and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios

Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.