Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX vs Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

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Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

87.00 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight680g / 23.99oz

Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch

Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €809.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size14000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/330

Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). While Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Shimano Tekota?

Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load