Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X vs Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

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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 Twin Power FE

Spinning

87.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €389.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500SHGFE
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/120

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX clearly outshines Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ocea Conquest HG and Shimano Twin Power FE?

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500SHGFEX

A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups