Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 18000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG18000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
78.10 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag22kg / 48.5lbs
Weight915g / 32.28oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings7

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €299.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size18000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/310
Shimano 19 Stella, 8000 PG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW8000PGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and the gear ratio (4.9:1). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 7 and a maximum drag of 22kg / 48,5lbs, 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 18000 HGX

  • With a fast retrieve 7, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently

Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX

  • The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish