Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX vs Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
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Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
40.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.03 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €96.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeSPC3000HGSW
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
Spinning
53.90 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94cm / 37.00 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €75.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.37/275. 0.405/230, 0.47/160 lb/yds: 12/345, 16/250, 20/185
Conclusion
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24.25lbs) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Sedona 8000 FI is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW and Shimano Sedona 8000 FI?
Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX
- With a weight score of 9.26 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sedona 8000 FI
- The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24.25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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