Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank86 centimeter / 33.86 inch
Ball bearings12+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €599.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size2500 HG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 160/0.16

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 Stella FK 2500 HGX edges out Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) and the weight (210g / 7,41oz). Still, Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Stella FK and Shimano 20 Stella?
Shimano Stella FK 2500 HGX
- With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- 8.1 out of 10 (86 centimeter / 33.86 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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