Shimano Sienna 1000X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
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Shimano Sienna
Spinning
49.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.25 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight225g / 7.94oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €27.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Conclusion
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sienna 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.56 out of 10) and maximum drag (18kg / 39,68lbs). While Shimano Sienna 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sienna and Shimano Spheros SW A?
Shimano Sienna 1000X
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- With a score like 8.5 out of 10 (225g / 7,94oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
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