Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

Abu GARCIA Zenon

Spinning

74.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.52 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag5.2kg / 11,46lbs

Weight143g / 5.04oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandABU GARCIA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €326.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.17/170

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €733.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX clearly outshines Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Abu GARCIA Zenon 2500 SX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Abu GARCIA Zenon and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (13kg / 28,66lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt