Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X vs Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX

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Shimano Ocea Conquest HG, 201, left hand, Baitcast Fishing Reel, Star Drag, OCCNQ201HG
Shimano Ocea Conquest HG
Seafishing
201x
66.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.99 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight285g / 10.05oz
Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €477.10
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size201
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.24/200
Shimano 19 Stella, 14000 XG, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW14000XGC
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
87.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight680g / 23.99oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings14

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €809.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size14000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/330

Conclusion

Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). While Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Ocea Conquest HG and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X

  • With a weight score of 9.19 out of 10 (285g / 10,05oz), this reel is impressively light for saltwater and provides great comfort
  • A line retrieval (per crank) of 78 centimeter / 30.71 inch helps bringing in line quickly, making it great for repositioning or working topwater baits

Shimano 19 Stella 14000 XGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt