Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX vs Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX

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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 Ultegra, C3000HGD, left and right hand, Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, ULTC3000HGD
Shimano Ultegra
Spinning
92.50 out of 100
Value for money5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €132.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC3000HGD
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and ball bearings (6). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA LCM / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Ultegra?

Shimano Ultegra C3000HGDX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups