Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

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Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Seafishing

79.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.7 out of 10

Ergonomics5.61 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight555g / 19.58oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

94.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

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

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX edges out Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P with slightly better overall performance, especially on the durability (9.5 out of 10) and the gear ratio (5.7:1). Still, Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 555g / 19,58oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P and Shimano 20 Stella?

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Scoring 8.41 out of 10 (555g / 19,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure