Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD vs Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX

Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD
Seafishing
75.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio2.4:1
Maximum drag43kg / 94.8lbs
Weight2300g / 81.13oz
Line retireve per crank53 centimeter / 20.87 inch
Ball bearings20
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €1,245.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size-
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/1660

Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight445g / 15.7oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €144.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Conclusion
Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (43kg / 94,8lbs) and total score (7.57 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Beastmaster 12000 MD and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX
- Scoring 8.73 out of 10 (445g / 15,7oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Similar comparisons

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX


Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX vs Shimano TLD 20X


Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX


Shimano TLD 25X vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX


Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX


Shimano TLD 20X vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX


Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX


Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X vs Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX


Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 20000X


Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X


Shimano 21 Stradic SW 6000 PGX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-HX


Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX


Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Daiwa BG MQ 6000D-HX


Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX


Cormoran Big Cat 5PiF vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX


Shimano TLD 25X vs Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX


Daiwa BG MQ 8000-HX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX


Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX


Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX


Shimano 21 Stradic SW 5000 XGX vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 25000X
