Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX vs Shimano 19 Stella 30000X

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Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II, 16II, right hand, Multi Fishing Reel, Lever Drag, SPM16II
Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II
Multireels
82.70 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1/3.1:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight750g / 26.46oz
Line retireve per crank106 centimeter / 41.73 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €219.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16II
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeLever drag
  • Handle orientationRight
  • Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 20/440
Shimano 19 Stella, 30000, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW30000C
Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
61.40 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight860g / 30.34oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €959.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.62/400

Conclusion

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch) and total score (8.27 out of 10). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano Speedmaster Leverdrag II 16IIX

  • With a high retrieve rate of 9.73 out of 10 (106 centimeter / 41.73 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load