Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW, 6000-H, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-600
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
71.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.86 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight375g / 13.23oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €519.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000-H
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150
Shimano 20 Stella, 18000 HG, SWC, left and right hand, Salzwasser Angelrolle, Front Drag, STLSW18000HGC
Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
84.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight670g / 23.63oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €895.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-HX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 375g / 13,23oz and a ergonomics of 5.86 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups