Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX
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Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
74.30 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.52 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight615g / 21.69oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €429.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/230
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 8000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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