Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX vs Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

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Daiwa 23 Saltiga, 6000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10310-061
Daiwa 23 Saltiga
Seafishing
73.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.83 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight400g / 14.11oz
Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €787.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Shimano 19 Stella, 10000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW10000PGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
89.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX edges out Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and the gear ratio (4.9:1). Still, Daiwa 23 Saltiga 6000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 400g / 14,11oz and a ergonomics of 5.83 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 Saltiga and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
  • A high retrieve rate of 9.7 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly