Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
49.50 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €144.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Shimano 21 Sustain
Spinning
93.60 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio5:3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight275g / 9.7oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings9
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €215.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 180/1.8
Conclusion
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and gear ratio (5:3:1). While Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Shimano 21 Sustain?
Shimano Spheros SW A 6000 HGX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Shimano 21 Sustain 4000 FJX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5:3:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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