Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

61.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.68 out of 10

Ergonomics5.76 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight450g / 15.87oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €205.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 XG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

71.60 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €895.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size20000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/350

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 20000 PGX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a weight of 450g / 15,87oz, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 5000 XGX

Scoring 8.71 out of 10 (450g / 15,87oz), 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 19 Stella 20000 PGX

A high retrieve rate of 9.9 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.94 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly