Shimano Sienna 2500X vs Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

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Shimano Sienna, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, SN2500FG
Shimano Sienna
Spinning
51.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €27.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Shimano Tekota, 501 HGA, left hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK501HGA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.12 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size501 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX edges out Shimano Sienna 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.57 out of 10) and the total score (6.69 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sienna 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Sienna and Shimano Tekota?

Shimano Sienna 2500X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.