Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X vs Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Sedona FJ 500

Spinning

500x

60.50 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.43 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight170g / 6oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/110

Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.73 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €219.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and total score (8.6 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ 500 and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits