Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX vs Shimano Sienna 2500X

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000HG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80HGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
66.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Shimano Sienna, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, front drag, SN2500FG
Shimano Sienna
Spinning
51.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.62 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €27.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX edges out Shimano Sienna 2500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.82 out of 10) and the maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs). Still, Shimano Sienna 2500X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a line retrieve per crank of 71 centimeter / 27.95 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano Sienna 2500X

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.14 out of 10 (71 centimeter / 27.95 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles