Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX vs Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT, 5000-C, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10223-500
Daiwa 20 Fuego LT
Spinning
68.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €79.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-C
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150
Shimano 19 Stella, 14000 XG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW14000XGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
87.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight680g / 23.99oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/330

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX edges out Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (6.2:1). Still, Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 87 centimeter / 34.25 inch and a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Fuego LT and Shimano 19 Stella?

Daiwa 20 Fuego LT 5000-CX

  • With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency

Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX

  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.