Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX vs Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX

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Shimano 20 Stella, 6000 HG, SWC, left and right hand, Salzwasser Angelrolle, Front Drag, STLSW6000HGC
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
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 6000 XG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW6000XGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
70.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank112 centimeter / 44.09 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch) and gear ratio (5.7:1). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 XGX 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 Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C?

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 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