Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX vs Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI

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Shimano Stradic SWB, 8000PG, left and right hand, Sea fishing reel, Front Drag, STSW80PGB
Shimano Stradic SWB
Seafishing
90.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.82 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight670g / 23.63oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €245.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/275
Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI, Spinning reel with front drag
Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI
Spinning
68.90 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84 lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €52.80
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000 HG
  • Handle typeHandle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/210. 0.30/130, 0.35/100 lb/yds: 6/230, 8/170, 10/140

Conclusion

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.82 out of 10) and total score (9.01 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stradic SWB and Shimano Sedona C3000 HG FI?

Shimano Stradic SWB 8000PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.