Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Shimano Stella FK C 3000 XGX

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Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 8000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG8000SWAHG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
65.60 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.72 out of 10
Ergonomics5.44 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs
Weight675g / 23.81oz
Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €215.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size8000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230
Shimano Stella FK, C 3000 XG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STLC3000XGFK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
84.20 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/0.13

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK C 3000 XGX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and the total score (8.42 out of 10). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX

  • Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure

Shimano Stella FK C 3000 XGX

  • 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