$601
The Shimano Forcemaster 2000 is the better electric reel overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The Shimano Forcemaster 2000 leads on value. The Shimano Forcemaster 2000 costs $103.01 less ($601 vs $704.01).
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Shimano Forcemaster 1000
A mid-size Shimano for 100 to 300 m bottom fishing that stays light enough to hold.
Amazon $704.01 eBay$704.01
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Shimano Forcemaster 2000 for value ($40.07 per kg of drag ($601, 15 kg) vs $46.93 per kg of drag ($704.01, 15 kg)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 14 to 24 kg drag electric reel; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Shimano Forcemaster 2000 | Shimano Forcemaster 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 66 $40.07 per kg of drag ($601, 15 kg) | 55 $46.93 per kg of drag ($704.01, 15 kg) |
| Drag 20% | 32 15 kg maximum drag | 32 15 kg maximum drag |
| Line speed 20% | 60 147 m/min with a 1 kg load | 67 150 m/min with a 1 kg load |
| Weight 15% | 81 22.2 kg of drag per kg of reel (15 kg, 675 g) | 80 22.1 kg of drag per kg of reel (15 kg, 680 g) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published | 0 warranty not published |
Specifications
| Shimano Forcemaster 2000 | Shimano Forcemaster 1000 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Maximum drag | 15 kg | 15 kg |
| Line speed, 1 kg load | 147 m/min | 150 m/min |
| Gear ratio | 5.1:1 | 5.3:1 |
| Line per handle turn | - | 70 cm |
| Line capacity (PE no. - metres) | - | PE 2-600 / 3-400 / 4-300 / 5-230 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 675 g (23.8 oz) | 680 g (24 oz) |
| Bearings (ball/roller) | - | 11/1 |
| Handle | - | Right |