Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX

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Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

79.10 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight850g / 29.98oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €537.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

66.90 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight415g / 14.64oz

Line retireve per crank83 centimeter / 32.68 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €743.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX edges out Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the ball bearings (8) and the total score (7.91 out of 10). Still, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 83 centimeter / 32.68 inch and a maximum drag of 13kg / 28,66lbs, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano 20 Stella?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX

With a fast retrieve 8, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 PGX

6.86 out of 10 (83 centimeter / 32.68 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques