Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X vs Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Shimano Spheros SW A

Seafishing

61.20 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability8 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €149.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) and maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs). While Shimano Spheros SW A 10000 PGX 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 Twin Power FD and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Shimano Twin Power FD 2500X

6.14 out of 10 (78 centimeter / 30.71 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques