Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C

Seafishing

69.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.8 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight420g / 14.82oz

Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €435.33
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

89.30 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

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €809.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/300

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 PGX edges out Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch) and the gear ratio (4.9:1). Still, Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 420g / 14,82oz and a ergonomics of 5.8 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano 19 Stella 10000 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
A high retrieve rate of 9.7 out of 10 (102 centimeter / 40.16 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly