Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX vs Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX

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

Shimano Ultegra

Spinning

75.80 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.27 out of 10

Gear ratio6.4:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight220g / 7.76oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €132.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC3000XGD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Shimano Spheros SW

Seafishing

40.20 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability7 out of 10

Ergonomics6.03 out of 10

Gear ratio6.0:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €96.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeSPC3000HGSW
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Conclusion

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (9kg / 19,84lbs) and total score (7.58 out of 10). While Shimano Spheros SW SPC3000HGSWX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ultegra and Shimano Spheros SW?

Shimano Ultegra C3000XGDX

With a great drag score 9.2 out of 10 (9kg / 19,84lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt