Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

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Shimano Twin Power FE, 2500FE, left and right hand, Stationary fishing reel, Front Drag, TP2500FE
Shimano Twin Power FE
Spinning
86.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.56 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings9+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500FE
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160
Shimano Spheros SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW20000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX edges out Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the weight (210g / 7,41oz) and the line retrieve per crank (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch). Still, Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 4+1 and a durability of 8.56 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power FE and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Shimano Twin Power FE 2500FEX

  • With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.71 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.