Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX vs Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX

Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT
Spinning
65.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €75.30
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
92.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight415g / 14.64oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €667.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.23 out of 10). While Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT and Shimano 20 Stella?
Daiwa 18 Prorex X LT 4000-CX
- With a score like 8.3 out of 10 (255g / 8,99oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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