Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX

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Shimano 19 Stella, 8000 HG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW8000HGC
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 21 Certate SW, 10000-P, left and right hand, Sea Fishing Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10315-101
Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.51 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight620g / 21.87oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €499.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/300

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX edges out Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (98 centimeter / 38.58 inch) and the ball bearings (8). Still, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Daiwa 21 Certate SW?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 10000-PX

  • Scoring 8.23 out of 10 (620g / 21,87oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
  • With a fast retrieve 98 centimeter / 38.58 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently
  • With a fast retrieve 8, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently