Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX vs Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX

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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, 4000 M, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STL4000MFK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 M
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX clearly outshines Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.3:1) and line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch). While Shimano 21 TwinPower SW C 6000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX 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 4000 MX

  • The reel brings in line quickly with its 8.2 out of 10 (5.3:1) rating, making it a great fit for power fishing
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish