Shimano FX 4000 FCX vs Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX

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Shimano FX , 4000 FC, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, FX4000FC
Shimano FX
Spinning
49.90 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €18.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 FC
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Shimano Ocea Jigger, 2000 NR PG, right hand, Jigging Saltwater Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCEAJG2000NRPG
Shimano Ocea Jigger
Multireels
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.81 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9.9kg / 21,83lbs
Weight595g / 20.99oz
Line retireve per crank96 centimeter / 37.8 inch
Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €453.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2000 NR PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.61/310

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX clearly outshines Shimano FX 4000 FCX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano FX 4000 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX

  • Scoring 8.02 out of 10 (595g / 20,99oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.