Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

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Shimano Sedona  2500 SFI, Spinning reel with front drag
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
Shimano Tekota, 500 HGA, right hand, Trolling fishing reel, Star Drag, Multiplier reel, TEK500HGA
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 size500 HGA
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX edges out Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (8.57 out of 10) and the total score (6.69 out of 10). Still, Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI holds its own with strengths like a gear ratio of 5.0:1 and a ball bearings of 3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Sedona 2500 SFI

  • Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

  • Ready for saltwater, great for any multireels adventure.