Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX vs Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

76.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs

Weight180g / 6.35oz

Line retireve per crank69 centimeter / 27.17 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €125.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC2000SD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/105

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

Spinning

52.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability3 out of 10

Ergonomics6.18 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82 lbs

Weight245g / 8.64oz

Line retireve per crank73cm / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €52.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 SFI
Handle typeHandle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofil0.16mm-150m / 0.18mm-120m / 0.20mm-95m

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.5 out of 10) and total score (7.68 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI?

Shimano Ultegra C2000SDX

Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.43 out of 10 (73cm / 28.74 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles