Shimano 19 Stella 30000X vs Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX

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Shimano 19 Stella, 30000, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW30000C
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
61.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight860g / 30.34oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €959.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.62/400
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 14000-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-141
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
85.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.45 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight665g / 23.46oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €778.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (4.8:1) and weight (665g / 23,46oz). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 14000-PX

  • With a high gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (4.8:1), this reel is built for jigging, lure work, or staying tight to fast-moving fish
  • Scoring 8.1 out of 10 (665g / 23,46oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain