Daiwa BG 1500X vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

Daiwa BG
Spinning
73.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability7.69 out of 10
Ergonomics6.2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight240g / 8.47oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €87.80
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1500
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

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 BG 1500X with slightly better overall performance, especially on the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and the durability (9.5 out of 10). Still, Daiwa BG 1500X holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 240g / 8,47oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Daiwa BG and Shimano 20 Stella?
Daiwa BG 1500X
- With a score like 8.4 out of 10 (240g / 8,47oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- When it comes to retrieve speed, a score of 5.29 out of 10 (72 centimeter / 28.35 inch) means slower line pickup, great when you need more control for slower fishing styles
- 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 20 Stella 18000 HGX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
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