Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX vs Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

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Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

84.10 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight670g / 23.63oz

Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €895.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Shimano TLD II A

Multireels

74.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.66 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1 / 1.7:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight1025g / 36.16oz

Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €199.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20 II
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX edges out Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the total score (8.41 out of 10). Still, Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX holds its own with strengths like a line retrieve per crank of 94 centimeter / 37.01 inch and a ball bearings of 4, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Shimano TLD II A?

Shimano TLD II A 20 IIX

Scoring 8.93 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 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