Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX vs Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX

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Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C, 6000 HG, left and right hand, Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPSW6000HGC
Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C
Seafishing
69.20 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.79 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight425g / 14.99oz
Line retireve per crank103 centimeter / 40.55 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €435.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size6000 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/190
Shimano Stella FK, 2500 HG, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STL2500HGFK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 HG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 160/0.16

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 9.2 out of 10 (5.8:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish