Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX vs Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
94.40 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 drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €743.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size6000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Daiwa 20 Exceler LT
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight180g / 6.35oz
Line retireve per crank64 centimeter / 25.2 inch
Ball bearings5
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €72.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.14/150
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch). While Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano 20 Stella and Daiwa 20 Exceler LT?
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX
- A high retrieve rate of 9.8 out of 10 (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Daiwa 20 Exceler LT 1000X
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6,35oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (5) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
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