Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X

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Shimano Tekota, 500 HGA LCM, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGLCMA
Shimano Tekota
Multireels
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.57 out of 10
Ergonomics6.08 out of 10
Gear ratio6.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight430g / 15.17oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €170.90
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size500 HGA LCM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440
Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 4000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEX4000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
54.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.91 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €44.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX edges out Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.57 out of 10) and the weight (430g / 15,17oz). Still, Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.2:1 and a maximum drag of 11kg / 24,25lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX

  • Scoring 8.57 out of 10 (430g / 15,17oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 4000X

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8 out of 10 (5.2:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing