Shimano FX 1000 FCX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

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Shimano FX , 1000 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX1000FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
46.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140
Shimano Tekota, 500 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500 HGA LCM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). While Shimano FX 1000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano FX and Shimano Tekota?

Shimano FX 1000 FCX

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.