Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX

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Shimano Exsence, 4000 MXGA, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, EXS4000MXGA
Shimano Exsence
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €421.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 MXGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/110
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 10000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW10000HGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
74.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank116 centimeter / 45.67 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €429.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Conclusion

Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 10000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Exsence and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Shimano Exsence 4000 MXGAX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly