Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X vs Shimano Stella FK 2500 S HGX

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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 Stella FK

Spinning

95.00 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs

Weight205g / 7.23oz

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 S HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.16

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 2500 S HGX clearly outshines Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.8:1) and maximum drag (4kg / 8,82lbs). While Shimano Ocea Conquest HG 201X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 2500 S HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

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

Shimano Stella FK 2500 S 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
Designed with a light drag at 5.69 out of 10 (4kg / 8,82lbs), the reel is perfect when you're going after small fish or using ultralight setups