Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG
Seafishing
201x
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €477.10
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size201
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeStar drag
- Handle orientationLeft
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200

Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight445g / 15.7oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €144.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Conclusion
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) and total score (6.67 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Ocea Conquest HG and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X
- A line retrieval (per crank) of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
Shimano Spheros SW A 5000 XGX
- At 5 out of 10 (10kg / 22,05lbs), the drag is on the lighter side—suitable for smaller saltwater species or finesse-style presentations
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
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