Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG vs Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX

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Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 5SF29E032
Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio6.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank89 centimeter / 35.04 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €409.40
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size-
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/85
Shimano Spheros SW, SP4000XGSW, Saltwater fishing reel , front drag, SP4000XGSW
Shimano Spheros SW
Seafishing
56.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight290g / 10.23oz
Line retireve per crank99 centimeter / 38.98 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €99.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeSP4000XGSW
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.0:1) and total score (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG and Shimano Spheros SW?

Shimano TWIN POWER FD C3000MHG

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.6 out of 10 (6.0:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups

Shimano Spheros SW SP4000XGSWX

  • A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance