Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

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 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 clearly outshines Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch) and gear ratio (5.7:1). While Penn 2020 Clash II 4000 HSX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Penn 2020 Clash II and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 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
A high retrieve rate of 9.8 out of 10 (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly