Shimano 19 Stella 30000X vs Shimano Torium 16PGAX

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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

Shimano Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.88 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight550g / 19.4oz

Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €286.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size16PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/411

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 16PGAX clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and gear ratio (4.6:1). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Torium 16PGAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Torium 16PGAX

Scoring 8.2 out of 10 (4.6:1), this reel picks up line faster, perfect when you're adjusting positions or dealing with fish that don't sit still
Scoring 8.17 out of 10 (550g / 19,4oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch), this reel pulls line in fast enough to keep you in control even during unpredictable runs
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load