Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX vs Shimano Stella FK 4000 XGX
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Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
59.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.7:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight920g / 32.45oz
Line retireve per crank129 centimeter / 50.79 inch
Ball bearings4+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €169.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.13 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €599.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size4000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/0.13
Conclusion
Shimano Stella FK 4000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 4000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Spheros SW A and Shimano Stella FK?
Shimano Spheros SW A 18000 HGX
- Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Shimano Stella FK 4000 XGX
- A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
- With a score like 8.27 out of 10 (260g / 9,17oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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