Abu Garcia Revo4 S Reel review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Abu Garcia
Material	Graphite
Hand Orientation	Right Hand
Color	White
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Item Weight	0.75 Pounds
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Low-profile baitcast fishing reel offers exceptional cast control and rugged durability
Engineered for smoothness with 7 stainless ball bearings and 1 roller bearing
Pitch centrifugal brake system utilizes 6 brake blocks to deliver precise, long-range casting
Carbon Matrix drag system provides smooth and consistent drag
D2 gear design and X2-Craftic alloy frame endure tough saltwater conditions
7 stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation X2-Craftic alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance
Lightweight graphite side plates; Carbon Matrix drag system provides smooth, consistent drag pressure across the entire drag range

product description

The new Revo S enhances cutting edge technology and functionality with a more compact and ergonomic design that is 15% lighter than the previous model. With a new white look, the Revo S frame is constructed of X2- Cräftic alloy for added corrosion protection. Other features include seven stainless steel ball bearings plus one roller bearing, an improved D2 Gear Design for more efficient cranking power and the reliable Carbon Matrix drag system for smooth, consistent drag pressure across the entire drag range. The Pitch Centrifugal brake utilizes, 6 brake blocks (3 spring loaded and 3 non spring loaded). The spring loaded brake blocks act only when the spool is under high revolution (1st part of the cast) and will then disengage to give maximum distance. The non spring loaded brake blocks act on the entire cast to give maximum control throughout the cast.

Features:

7 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation
X2-Crftic alloy frame for increased corrosion resistance
Carbon Matrix drag system provides smooth, consistent drag pressure across the entire drag range
Pitch centrifugal brake system
D2 Gear Design provides a more efficient gear system while improving gear durability
Compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design

product details

Date First Available ‏ : ‎ March 16, 2017
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Abu Garcia
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B06XPQ5NH7

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Questions about Abu Garcia Revo4 S Reel

Can you get a power Handel for this reel

How much farther does the cast go than with a black max and how do you use the brake?

Answer: To be honest it probably throws the same I also own a black max and it's hard to out throw it. I use my revo s for flipping n pitching. It does the job of cranking them big girls out of cover. I'd say either way your in the good though

Answer: I can tell a big difference in the 2. Especially after a few years of use. Black max and silver max are junk imo. Black Max went in the trash after a year and ordered more revos. I have S and STX models and both seem about the same to me.

Answer: Not really sure I haven't used a blackmax but I really like the s and sx models I have several of each and love the performance of both models

Does the left hand model hold more line?

Answer: Not sure why it would hold more line, the spool size is the same as the right hand.

Answer: No dude. It's just got the handle on the left, so smart people can fish comfortably. They do catch way more fish though.

Answer: No. Unfornetly no! It holds the same amount, but now I don't know the exactly quantity!

hi, its made in china?

What is line capacity

Answer: Plenty. Good reel.

Does this make that electronic sound or not?

Answer: No, it does not.

Is there no white option for left handed retrieve?

Can this fish saltwater?

Answer: Yes, this can be used in saltwater fishing.

What gen is it?

whats the gear ratio?

Answer: the gear ratio is 6.4:1

Answer: I think it's 6.3 to 1 but not 100% this reel is perfect for bass fishing and these are by far the best bait casting reels on the market there just plain awsome I've used more expensive ones and they suck compared to the revo. Weather your casting with the 3 brakes on or pitching with 6brakes on its almost impossible to get a backlash.

Answer: Do not buy thus is not a quality seller my reel broke after the first year or use.

Answer: I'm not really sure, but it's 6.4:1

What is weight of this reel?

What is the drag max rated?

Answer: It is 20lb max drag

Answer: Find a more reliable place to buy a reel it isn't worth the chance. I had mine 2 months when something inside broke.

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

What country is it made in?

Answer: Do not buy this product seller would not let me return it when it broke two Montes after I received it.

Answer: Hello

Answer: U.S.A

Answer: Korea

Answer: China

On the revo x when you engage the real it is possible to flip the switch to take of the side plate. is this the case with the revo s?

Answer: You loosen thumb screw under handle and pull it slightly outward then can swing the side plate open.

Answer: I believe so, but I haven’t tried it.

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

Why isn't the gear ratio on this reel 7:0:1??

Answer: Because they made it 6.4:1

Answer: Different reels have different gear ratio

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

Thats the las Revo S model or version??

How is the braking system adjusted? It doesn't appear to have a dial like the other models?

Answer: There’s a tension knob on handle side.

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

can you use in salt water?

Answer: Not a good idea. This is a fresh water reel, smaller salt water fish it can handle but you will have to break it down and completely clean everything after every use because the salt will destroy the reel quickly if you do not.

Answer: It's a fresh water reel. . I wouldn't

Answer: Hello

Answer: This reel no, Abu Garcia does make saltwater reels.

What is the gear ratio on this model?

Answer: This model is 6:4.1 gear ratio. The revo S is only available in this gear ratio. The Revo-SX and STX which are 1 and two steps up from this reel are available in 3 different ratios. Hope this helps.

Answer: 6.4:1, and it's the best reel I have ever owned

Answer: It is most definitely a 6.4:1

Answer: I think it's 7:1:1

Does this reel come with the warranty papers and a small bottle of oil in the box?

Answer: I believe it does. ABU GARCIA has put one with every reel (7-8) that I've purchased the last 3 yrard

Answer: Yes,i got a dud and hand to send it back,also have the orra2sx and noticed no difference between the two,mass produced junk...

Answer: Mine did, and it cranks in 40" striped bass like a champ.

Answer: Yes

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

Is this reel a hybrid with both types of breaking system

Answer: I don't know but it is the smoothest casting and reeling in reel I have

Answer: It is centrifugal only. Dual would also have magnetic brakes (which it does not).

How much it weighs?

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

How does tha gear ratio affect the reel?

Answer: The lower the number the slower the line in reeled in the bigger the number the faster the line comes in.

Is it authentic like from Abu Garcia

Answer: Yes, this is Abu Garcia reel in the original sealed packaging.

Answer: I don't know about authentic but it's a great reel cast so smooth I love it

Answer: Probably not. I used it for one season and new it's a little gritty.

Is it left retrieve

Answer: In the listing you have two choices when purchasing. LH is left hand retrieve and RH stands for right hand retrieve choose one of the two boxes.

Answer: They have a left and a right retrieve it tells you in the description

Should i get the revo s or the revo sx?

Answer: I have the revo s. A very light, smooth reel. Im very pleased with it.

Answer: Both reels are great! But i feel the revo s is one of the best reels money can buy!!!

Answer: Yes, I have owned several of theses reels but I like the s better but both are good .They have great retrieve and last for a long time. Very smooth casting, I believe you will be satisfied.

Can you run 20 lbs line on the Revco reels? I've noticed that "Max" reels say 12 lbs mono.

Answer: Yes...my 15 year old who is an avid fisherman says you can do it. He says he runs 2o lb on his. He has many different reels and tons of fishing experience. Good luck.

Answer: Of course you can. You can use whatever lb test you want to use. It will, of course, affect how much line the reel will hold. The reel will easily hold enough 20lb test mono to "be useful".

Answer: If you use braided, then yes. Mono might work, but you couldn't spool enough on the reel to be useful.

Answer: Use proline braided line its smaller in diameter and tough and sensitive you can thank me later

Answer: No

Answer: Yes

Product reviews of Abu Garcia Revo4 S Reel

shawn : Five Stars

Awesome reel

coop : Revo S gen 3

great price for a great reel. gave to son for a gift. he was very pleased with it's smoothness.
I have 4 of same already and have used AbuGarcia products since the 60's.

Dee : Outstanding Reel

This is the 6th one of these reels that I have purchased and are the best that I have ever used. So far no problems with any of them and I promise Abu Garcia will stand behind their products.

Julie Bowling Miller : Five Stars

Gift , my husband loves this reel

andy : but so far so good!

Just got it, but so far so good!

Anne , I like the game : Five Stars

Best baitcaster made period I cou be happyer

K.M. : Worked great until the level wind broke

Worked great until the level wind broke. My fault though trying to catch saltwater bigguns with a bass reel. Abu customer service was great though, sent it in under warranty and they sent back a brand new reel.

cartel : Back it with mono and you're good to go

Hey bradley, your line is slipping on the spool! Let me guess, all braid? Back it with mono and you're good to go.

Julie Bowling Miller : Five Stars

Gift , my husband loves this reel

edobie : Five Stars

What a great reel, with out all the gadgets

elayard go to the he gZwwe' %%",8 : Quality reel for pike lure fishing!

I bought two of these reels at the start of the summer for my pike lure fishing and I could not have asked for more. The casting range with 50lb braid more then enough, they very smooth with all type lures - jigs, soft baits (even weightless), spinner baits and crank-baits. All around its a great reel for price and they look really good too! I would recommended them to anyone.

edobie : Five Stars

What a great reel, with out all the gadgets

Dee : Outstanding Reel

This is the 6th one of these reels that I have purchased and are the best that I have ever used. So far no problems with any of them and I promise Abu Garcia will stand behind their products.

Rob : My favorite bass fishing reel!

Abu Garcia is a great company! Would definitely recommend this reel!

36 Bravo : Five Stars

I got this one because Garcia doesn't make a Revo Inshore with a left had drive.

jason : Five Stars

Awesome reel at this price can't go wrong

TNscooter : Cast so far, not enough spool

Very much love this reel. It is smooth as silk. It can be a bit picky when when you change lures sizes. You will need to make slight adjustments so it won't backlash. You can make the adjustments within a matter of seconds and you are back to fishing. It is very low profile and confortable in my hand. I have this on a 9ft. extra-heavy rod to fish musky and stripers. I can cast this thing a mile when setup right. Sometimes I really just don't believe how far it cast. I almost hit a boat one time when I was fishing off the bank and I didn't think there would be any way in the world I could get close to him, My lure lure landed about 3 ft from the side of his boat. Which leads me to my only complaint. The spool is not large enough to hold enough line. I originally had 50lb braid on this reel. After just a few snags and having to cut a little bit of line off each time I was running out of line on my casts. When it came time to replace it because I couldn't make a full cast anymore I put 30lb braid to see if I could get a little more life out of it. It has lasted longer but one snag where you have to cut line and it makes a noticeable difference. It is an acceptable flaw. I do have one more minor complaint. The instructions, as with every ABU Garcia, is not very detailed. I would like to see more detail on maintenance and some information on how the braking systems work, how to activate them and what not. I was able to find what I needed on YouTube.com so not a real big issue. All in all I would buy this again.

ludwing camargo : I dont recommend

i Don’t know if I'm not lucky, but this reel has a lot of problems, I have to send back to the manufacture because it doesn’t work ok. I send it back 30 days before I buy.

larry deboard : Five Stars

Smooth reel.

Vertis Underwood : Durable

Easy to cast!!!

Paul A. Frederick : Five Stars

Great reals.

brady : 3rd try's a charm

I am writing this review mostly because of Amazon, not Abu Garcia. I am a life-long Abu fan, I currently have 7 of their baitcasters, the oldest a round reel from the early 90's, to (now 2) Gen 3 Revos. I have appreciated them all, until this order. As an FYI, I annually break down and rebuild my baitcasters, and am confident in the fact I do it right.
My new Revo S purchased on Amazon Feb. 2017 casted well but on the retrieve the line piled heavily to the right of the spool, obviously something with the levelwind mechanism. I couldn't see anything obvious, so I sent it back- they sent me a new one within 4 or 5 days. The replacement however, made a very loud 'humm' when casting. I knew this wasn't right because my other Abu low-profile reels, (and the one I just sent back), casted silently. I fiddled a long time with the brakes and the tension control knob, still made too much noise and casting just seemed off. Its brand new, so I wasn't going to tear it all apart and try to fix it. I contacted Amazon and they sent me ANOTHER replacement, this time with 1 day shipping. The 2nd replacement arrived quickly and this reel fishes perfect.

I appreciate Amazons customer service. I guess there maybe was a bad run of left handed Gen 3 Revo S reels? My Gen 3 STX, Silver Max, and 4 other older round Abus all have performed flawlessly right out of the box.

Just thought Id share my experience.

JR : Good reel, rely on youtube for proper drag adjustment

Nice reel for the money. It's far from their bottom of the bucket reels but not quite the top of the line. Revo S is a good compromise at a decent price. The reel could have a better manual and this is the reason that I give it five stars. Learn to properly adjust ALL drags (internal and external) on youtube.

Normal101 : Smooth!!!

Smooth action...works great...worth the money

Gustavo Siecola : Exactly like I wanted

Top.... Exactly like I wanted...

Colby Watson : Great Reel!

The Abu Garcia Revo S is the cheapest Revo on the market. Trust me, it is a great reel. It feels like there is no way that it could be the cheapest Revo. It is best for throwing heavy baits, such as frogs, crankbaits, and Texas rigs. It is still fully capable of throwing trick worms and other such lightweight baits just fine. I have mine on a 7 foot veritos pole by Abu Garcia. My favorite rod for this reel. Plus, it looks sweet. Really smooth and lightweight design. I love it.

Scott L. : Low profile and light weight for the wife. She ...

Low profile and light weight for the wife. She loves it. Next replacement cycle for me I'm getting me a couple!!

Miami (. : Five Stars

Very good

Jeepgarden : Very simple and easy to cast

My first bait caster ever. Very simple and easy to cast. Landed a 35" northern pike with it yesterday evening with ease. Mounted on a 6'6" med casting rod with 10lb seaguar floro. This is my second third Abu Garcia and second revo S. Reel. I also have the spinning version. Couldn't be happier with both!

Shaun M. : The Best

Very Smooth! Throws well without much adjusting having to be done.

David Hopkins : Five Stars

Awesome

robert cashimere : Good reel at the right price

Got this reel thru an amazon warehouse sale. It was a little more scratched up than I would have liked due to the previous owner removing line without much care. But it is a very smooth and good looking reel. I love the way it feels. I also own a revo stx and at the moment I prefer this reel.

brady : 3rd try's a charm

Kitty : Great reel!

Super smooth! It's exactly what I expected. No problems so far.

David Hopkins : Five Stars

Awesome

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