Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX vs Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW10000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
61.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability8 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €149.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300
Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG, 4000MHG, left and right hand, Spinning Reel, Front Drag, TP4000MHGFD
Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG
Spinning
4000mhgx
94.90 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.1 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight270g / 9.52oz
Line retireve per crank95 centimeter / 37.4 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000MHG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/165

Conclusion

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch) and maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG?

Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Twinpower FD 4000M HG 4000MHGX

  • A high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (95 centimeter / 37.4 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly