Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX vs Shimano Torium 20PGAX

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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

Shimano Torium

Multireels

95.00 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.87 out of 10

Gear ratio4.6:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight560g / 19.75oz

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 size20PGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/384

Conclusion

Shimano Torium 20PGAX edges out Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and the weight (560g / 19,75oz). Still, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a gear ratio of 5.6:1, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Torium 20PGAX

Scoring 8.13 out of 10 (560g / 19,75oz), 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