Shimano Beastmaster 2000
#11 in 14 to 24 kg dragFull review
A compact Shimano electric for mid-depth jigging, priced above the Daiwas of the same size.
Amazon $1,098 eBay$1,098
The Shimano Beastmaster 2000 rates 2.7 among 14 to 24 kg drag electric reels; the PENN Fathom Electric 30 Kit rates 2.6 among under 14 kg drag ones. The PENN Fathom Electric 30 Kit costs $148.05 less ($949.95 vs $1,098).
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PENN Fathom Electric 30 Kit
A ready-to-fish kit with battery and charger for deep-drop anglers who want a US-supported reel.
Amazon $949.95 eBay$949.95
Scores side by side
These two sit in different drag classes (14 to 24 kg drag and under 14 kg drag), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own drag peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Shimano Beastmaster 2000 | PENN Fathom Electric 30 Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.7/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 30% | 23 $73.20 per kg of drag ($1,098, 15 kg) | 26 $69.85 per kg of drag ($949.95, 13.6 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 32 15 kg maximum drag | 25 13.6 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 50 loaded line speed not published (neutral score used) | 50 loaded line speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight 15% | 78 21.7 kg of drag per kg of reel (15 kg, 690 g) | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published | 0 warranty not published |
Specifications
| Shimano Beastmaster 2000 | PENN Fathom Electric 30 Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 15 kg | 13.6 kg |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 2.8:1 |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | PE 3-500 / 4-400 / 5-300 | Braid 20 lb 1215 yd / 30 lb 910 yd / 40 lb 745 yd |
| Power | ||
| Power supply | - | 12 V lithium-ion, 5 Ah |
| Battery in the box | - | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 690 g (24.3 oz) | - |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | - | 5 |
| Handle | - | Right |
| Released | 2022 | 2024-09 |