Shimano TLD 20X vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX

Shimano TLD
Seafishing
63.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics5.85 out of 10
Gear ratio3.6:1
Maximum drag10.5kg / 23,15lbs
Weight668g / 23.56oz
Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €179.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size20
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeLever drag
- Handle orientationRight
- Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €429.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/230
Conclusion
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX clearly outshines Shimano TLD 20X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Shimano TLD 20X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano TLD and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?
Shimano TLD 20X
- A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 PGX
- With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
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