Shimano FX 2500 FCX vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX
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Shimano FX
Spinning
48.60 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
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 size501 HGA
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Conclusion
Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.57 out of 10) and total score (6.69 out of 10). While Shimano FX 2500 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano FX and Shimano Tekota?
Shimano FX 2500 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 501 HGA / Left-handedX
- Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.
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