Shimano FX 1000 FCX vs Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX

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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

Multireels

66.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.59 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €177.60
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size600 HGA LCM
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 600 HGA LCM / Right handX clearly outshines Shimano FX 1000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.59 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 600 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 600 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.