Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX vs Daiwa Tanacom 500

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

Daiwa Tanacom 500

Multireels

70.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.8 out of 10

Gear ratio2.8:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight750g / 26.46oz

Line retireve per crank46 centimeter / 18.11 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €489.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/420

Conclusion

Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX clearly outshines Daiwa Tanacom 500, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch) and gear ratio (5.1:1). While Daiwa Tanacom 500 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 Ocea Jigger and Daiwa Tanacom 500?

Shimano Ocea Jigger 2000 NR PGX

Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
Scoring 8.02 out of 10 (595g / 20,99oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a high retrieve rate of 9.07 out of 10 (96 centimeter / 37.8 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
With a high retrieve rate of 9.5 out of 10 (9), this reel is built for quick line recovery