Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX vs Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

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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 Ultegra, C2000SD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC2000SD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
76.80 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €125.50
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC2000SD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX edges out Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.1:1) and the total score (7.68 out of 10). Still, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 16kg / 35,27lbs 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 Ultegra?

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval