Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

76.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.76 out of 10

Ergonomics5.42 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight685g / 24.16oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

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

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch) and the maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 685g / 24,16oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

Scoring 8.04 out of 10 (685g / 24,16oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

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