Shimano 19 Stella 30000X vs Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.9 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight540g / 19.05oz

Line retireve per crank70 centimeter / 27.56 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €699.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/400

Conclusion

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in ball bearings (8) and gear ratio (5.1:1). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL?

Daiwa 23 LEOBRITZ 300 JL

Higher gear ratio of 5.1:1 (scoring 9.2 out of 10), provides more speed meaning a better solution when quick retrieves really count
Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (540g / 19,05oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a retrieve score of 5.71 out of 10 (70 centimeter / 27.56 inch), this reel takes its timeand gives full control during delicate retrieves
With a high retrieve rate of 9 out of 10 (8), this reel is built for quick line recovery