Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX

Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
82.30 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings14
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €809.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275

Daiwa 20 Laguna LT
Spinning
60.10 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.82 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch
Ball bearings3
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €39.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000-C
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.13/200
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (8.23 out of 10). While Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Daiwa 20 Laguna LT?
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 20 Laguna LT 3000-CX
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques
- A bearing score of 5 out of 10 (3) gets the job done (basic but dependable) especially for beginners or casual anglers
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