Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX vs Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
92.30 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight415g / 14.64oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €667.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/180

Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT
Spinning
81.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.6 out of 10
Ergonomics6.45 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight165g / 5.82oz
Line retireve per crank68 centimeter / 26.77 inch
Ball bearings6
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €181.70
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2000D
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofil-
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX edges out Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) and the maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs). Still, Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 165g / 5,82oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT?
Shimano 20 Stella 4000 HGX
- 8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
Daiwa 17 Ballistic LT 2000DX
- With a score like 8.9 out of 10 (165g / 5,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8.67 out of 10 (6) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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