Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX vs Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX

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Shimano 19 Stella, 8000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW8000PGC
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 24 Certate SW, 5000-XH, left and right hand, Sea Spinning Reel, Front Drag, 10316-501
Daiwa 24 Certate SW
Seafishing
72.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.91 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight345g / 12.17oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €509.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000-XH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/150

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX edges out Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and the gear ratio (4.9:1). Still, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 5000-XHX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 345g / 12,17oz and a ergonomics of 5.91 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 24 Certate SW?

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