Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X vs Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX

Shimano Sahara FJ
Spinning
57.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.32 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight205g / 7.23oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €63.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/170

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 Sahara FJ 1000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (103 centimeter / 40.55 inch) and maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs). While Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X 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 Sahara FJ and Shimano 20 Stella?
Shimano Sahara FJ 1000X
- With a score like 8.63 out of 10 (205g / 7,23oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- Landing a score of 8 out of 10 (4+1) in bearings, it feels smooth and controlled. Great when you're fishing actively and want consistency
Shimano 20 Stella 6000 HGX
- 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
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