Shimano TLD 15X vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX

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Shimano TLD

Seafishing

66.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability8 out of 10

Ergonomics6.05 out of 10

Gear ratio4.0:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight528g / 18.62oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €154.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size15
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 20 Stella

Spinning

93.60 out of 100

Value for money3.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.7:1

Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank97 centimeter / 38.19 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €733.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size5000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX clearly outshines Shimano TLD 15X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (13kg / 28,66lbs) and total score (9.36 out of 10). While Shimano TLD 15X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano TLD and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano TLD 15X

Scoring 8.49 out of 10 (528g / 18,62oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
A bearing score of 7 out of 10 (4) provides decent smoothness with moderate corrosion resistance