Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag vs Shimano FX 2500 FCX

Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag

Spinning

58.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability3.69 out of 10

Ergonomics4.03 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag2.5 kg - 5.5 lbs

Weight290 g - 10.3oz

Line retireve per crank82 cm / 32.3 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €89.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18-290 / 0,20-240 / 0,25-160 / 0,30-105 lb/yds: 6-200 / 8-140 / 10-120

Shimano FX

Spinning

48.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.17 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight250g / 8.82oz

Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch

Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €18.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 FC
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/160

Conclusion

Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag clearly outshines Shimano FX 2500 FCX, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (3+1) and line retrieve per crank (82 cm / 32.3 inch). While Shimano FX 2500 FCX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Super 2500 GT RD Spinning reel with fighting drag is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.