Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A vs Shimano Sedona 6000 FI

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Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A, 9000, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Star Drag, FM9000A
Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A
Multireels
79.60 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.89 out of 10
Ergonomics3.8 out of 10
Gear ratio3.1:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight1520g / 53.62oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €849.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size9000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/900
Shimano Sedona 6000 FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona 6000 FI
Spinning
32.80 out of 100
Value for money2 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.04lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank83cm / 32.68inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €71.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 FI
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.33/240. 0.37/190, 0.405/160 lb/yds: 12/265, 16/170, 20/120

Conclusion

Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 6000 FI, offering significantly better performance in total score (7.96 out of 10) and durability (5.89 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona 6000 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A and Shimano Sedona 6000 FI?

Shimano Forcemaster 9000 A

  • Decent value at €849.33, it covers the basics, making it a great option for beginners or casual multireels setups

Shimano Sedona 6000 FI

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues