Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX vs Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX
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Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings14
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €809.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
67.80 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight885g / 31.22oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €850.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 19 Stella and Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)?
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX
- The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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