Shimano Sedona FJ 4000FJX vs Shimano TLD 20X

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Shimano Sedona FJ, 4000FJ, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SE4000FJ
Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
46.10 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €60.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000FJ
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Shimano TLD, 20, right hand, Multiplier reel with drag brake, Lever Drag, TLD20
Shimano TLD
Seafishing
63.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio3.6:1
Maximum drag10.5kg / 23,15lbs
Weight668g / 23.56oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €179.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano TLD 20X clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 4000FJX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (81 centimeter / 31.89 inch) and total score (6.3 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona FJ 4000FJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TLD 20X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ and Shimano TLD?

Shimano Sedona FJ 4000FJX

  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt

Shimano TLD 20X

  • With a gear ratio of 5.33 out of 10 (3.6:1), torque gets higher priority than speed and makes the reel great for deep sea drops or hauling heavy fish from the bottom