Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

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Shimano Spheros SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW8000HGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
50.40 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.97 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €144.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT, 5000-CP, left and right hand, Match and Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10312-500
Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT
Feeder And Match
64.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €72.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-CP
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.7:1) and the line retrieve per crank (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 7.97 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 Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT?

Shimano Spheros SW A 8000 HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 N’Zon LT 5000-CPX

  • The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios