Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
63.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.43 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight680g / 23.99oz
Line retireve per crank134 centimeter / 52.76 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size14000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/300

Shimano 19 Stella
Spinning
88.10 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight625g / 22.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings14
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €809.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size8000 PG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.41/275
Conclusion
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Shimano 19 Stella?
Shimano Spheros SW A 14000 XGX
- Scoring 8.06 out of 10 (680g / 23,99oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Shimano 19 Stella 8000 PGX
- The 5.67 out of 10 (4.9:1) gear ratio gives you the power you need to handle heavy lures and strong large fish out of cover
- 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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