Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX
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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
67.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight885g / 31.22oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €850.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
84.20 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 drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €743.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX edges out Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (6.2:1) and the total score (8.42 out of 10). Still, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 30kg / 66,14lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Shimano 20 Stella?
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 XGX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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