Based on customer feedback found across the internet, from actual users of this product, we have given this product the following rating: 
Shimano Symetre Rear Drag Review
Impressive features! The ultra-popular Shimano Symetre Rear Drag Spinning Reels now features Shimano's PROPULSION Line Management System for superior casting and smooth, twist-free retrieves. Other features include cold-forged aluminum spool; reliable S-Concept engineering with shielded S A-RB ball bearings, Fluidrive II, Floating Shaft, Dyna-Balance, Super Stopper II, Slow Oscillation, and maintenance port. All rear drag models are adjustable at the touch of a lever to give you the Fightin'
Shimano Symetre Rear Drag Reviews
Actual Customer Feedback:
...Like all Shimano reels equiped with Fluidrive-II, Dyna-Balance, and A-RB this one is smooth, silent and built to last. The aluminum frame, Slow Oscillation and lube port features really put this one over the top though. It has all the same features as higher priced Stradic...
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
The Symetre is an excellent reel and probably the best reel for less then $100. From what I have seen, the internals of this reel are essentially identical to the previous generation Stradic, except it is not dressed up with a pearl coating nor does it have a fancy handle...
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
This is my third Symetre 2500, I just don't think I can get s better reel for the money. I've tried many and have always come back
Portion of actual user review from basspro.com
...my favorite rod/reel setup I use for bass fishing has the original Symetre reel which is over 10 years old and is still going strong. Highly recommended
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Our research on the Shimano Symetre Rear Drag Spinning Reels Suggests:
According to the general online consensus, where our research is based on unbiased customer comments and user feedback, the Shimano Symetre Rear Drag Spinning Reel is an outstanding reel and value for the money. We were hard-pressed to find any negative feedback about this reel. Over 99% of the customer feedback was all positive. That's pretty impressive for a reel under $100.