Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X vs Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

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Shimano Sedona FJ 500, 500, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, SE500FJ
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 Tiagra, 30WLRSA, right hand, Multiplier fishing reel, Lever Drag, TI30WLRSA
Shimano Tiagra
Multireels
90.20 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight1575g / 55.56oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €524.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size30WLRSA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch) and maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs). While Shimano Sedona FJ 500 500X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery