Shimano FX 3000 FCX vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

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Shimano FX, 3000 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FXC3000FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
52.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Shimano Ocea Jigger, 4000 HG, right hand, Jigging Saltwater Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCEAJG4000HG
Shimano Ocea Jigger
Multireels
90.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight791g / 27.9oz
Line retireve per crank117 centimeter / 46.06 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €509.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.8/494

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano FX 3000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Shimano FX 3000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano FX and Shimano Ocea Jigger?

Shimano FX 3000 FCX

  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.14 out of 10 (71 centimeter / 27.95 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Ocea Jigger 4000 HGX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.