Shimano TLD 25X vs Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano TLD

Seafishing

75.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.61 out of 10

Ergonomics5.81 out of 10

Gear ratio3.6:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight695g / 24.52oz

Line retireve per crank81 centimeter / 31.89 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €183.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Abu GARCIA Zenon

Spinning

86.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.54 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight138g / 4.87oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €326.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/100

Conclusion

Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 S x edges out Shimano TLD 25X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.2:1) and the total score (8.6 out of 10). Still, Shimano TLD 25X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4 and a line retrieve per crank of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano TLD and Abu GARCIA Zenon?

Shimano TLD 25X

A line retrieval (per crank) of 81 centimeter / 31.89 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits
A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance