Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX vs Shimano AERO XR C5000X

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Shimano Stradic SWB

Seafishing

63.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.73 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €219.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Shimano AERO XR

Feeder And Match

79.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.09 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €125.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC5000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120

Conclusion

Shimano AERO XR C5000X edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (4.7) and the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX holds its own with strengths like a durability of 8.73 out of 10 and a ball bearings of 7, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Stradic SWB 6000HGX

Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano AERO XR C5000X

The reel delivers balanced performance, suitable for most feeder and match situations without compromising too much on retrieve speed
This reel provides steady retrieval 80 centimeter / 31.5 inch (6.43 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios