Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 30000X

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

81.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €385.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/150

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

61.40 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

Weight860g / 30.34oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €959.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.62/400

Conclusion

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (97 centimeter / 38.19 inch) and weight (420g / 14,82oz). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 HGX

Scoring 8.8 out of 10 (420g / 14,82oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
With a fast retrieve 97 centimeter / 38.19 inch, the reel helps you stay on top of fast runs and cover water efficiently