Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX vs Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

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Shimano Stella FK, 4000 M, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STL4000MFK
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 ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight260g / 9.17oz
Line retireve per crank87 centimeter / 34.25 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €599.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 M
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 120/0.12
Shimano Spheros SW A, 20000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, SPSW20000PGA
Shimano Spheros SW A
Seafishing
67.40 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag18kg / 39.68lbs
Weight930g / 32.8oz
Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.94 inch
Ball bearings4+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €169.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size20000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.52/310

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX clearly outshines Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) and weight (260g / 9,17oz). While Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Stella FK and Shimano Spheros SW A?

Shimano Stella FK 4000 MX

  • 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.
  • 8.2 out of 10 (87 centimeter / 34.25 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish

Shimano Spheros SW A 20000 PGX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (4+1), the reel runs smooth under pressure