Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX vs Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

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

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG

Seafishing

201x

66.70 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €477.10
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size201
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationLeft
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX clearly outshines Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X 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 Shimano Ocea Conquest HG?

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
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