Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX vs Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X

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Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

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 size501 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Shimano Twin Power FD

Spinning

88.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.56 out of 10

Ergonomics6.28 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight215g / 7.58oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €383.50
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tekota and Shimano Twin Power FD?

Shimano Tekota 501 HGA / Left-handedX

With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load
Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.