Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX vs Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX

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 Talica 20II CAM, 2-Speed, right hand, Multi fishing reel, TAC20IICAM
Shimano Talica 20II CAM
Multireels
20ii Camx
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.64 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1 / 3.1:1
Maximum drag20kg / 44.09lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank104cm / 56cm
Ball bearings6+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20II CAM
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.2:1 / 3.1:1) and ball bearings (6+1). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Talica 20II CAM?

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 Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX

  • Higher gear ratio of 5.2:1 / 3.1:1 (scoring 9.4 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX vs Shimano Talica 20II CAM 20II CAMX - Fishingbenchmark