Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX vs Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

Shimano Stradic SWB, 4000XG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW40XGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
63.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.61 out of 10
Ergonomics5.97 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €183.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Shimano Stradic SWB, 6000PG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW60PGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
86.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.73 out of 10
Ergonomics5.76 out of 10
Gear ratio4.6:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight450g / 15.87oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX clearly outshines Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) and gear ratio (4.6:1). While Shimano Stradic SWB 4000XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Shimano Stradic SWB?

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000PGX

  • Scoring 8.8 out of 10 (4.6:1), this reel offers a faster line retrieval, making it a good option for chasing pelagics or (and in practice useful for to quickly reset)
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits