Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

Shimano Sedona FJ
Spinning
55.50 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability7 out of 10
Ergonomics6.28 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag3kg / 6.61lbs
Weight215g / 7.58oz
Line retireve per crank66 centimeter / 25.98 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size1000FJ
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.2/140

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
84.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight670g / 23.63oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €895.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and total score (8.41 out of 10). While Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sedona FJ and Shimano 20 Stella?
Shimano Sedona FJ 1000FJX
- With a score like 8.57 out of 10 (215g / 7,58oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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