Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX
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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

Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
76.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €60.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000XGFJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.35/130
Conclusion
Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the line retrieve per crank (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.56 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 4+1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Shimano Sedona FJ?
Shimano Sedona FJ 4000XGFJX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.07 out of 10 (290g / 10,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.4 out of 10 (99 centimeter / 38.98 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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