Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

Penn 2020 Clash II

Spinning

59.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio7.0:1

Maximum drag6.8kg / 14,99lbs

Weight323g / 11.39oz

Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €208.50
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size4000 HS
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/280

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

88.10 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

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €809.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 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
8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish