Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

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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 20 Stella

Spinning

94.40 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight625g / 22.05oz

Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €743.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/240

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch) and gear ratio (5.7:1). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 5000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

A fast gear ratio of 9 out of 10 (5.7:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
A high retrieve rate of 9.8 out of 10 (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly