Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX vs Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

67.40 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.56 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs

Weight930g / 32.8oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €169.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Shimano Exsence

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €416.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000 MHGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/125

Conclusion

Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) and weight (180g / 6,35oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Shimano Exsence?

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano Exsence C 3000 MHGAX

With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
8.3 out of 10 (88 centimeter / 34.65 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish