Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX

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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

Penn Squall II Conventional

Multireels

55.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.51 out of 10

Ergonomics5.93 out of 10

Gear ratio6:1:1

Maximum drag11.3kg / 24,91lbs

Weight520g / 18.34oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

BrandPENN
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €154.10
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size25N
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 315/0.32

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX clearly outshines Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and gear ratio (5.6:1). While Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX 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 Penn Squall II Conventional?

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX

The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.8 out of 10 (5.6:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Penn Squall II Conventional 25N-Right handX

Scoring 8.27 out of 10 (520g / 18,34oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
With a high retrieve rate of 9.47 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (7), this reel feels solid and smooth at the same time