Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

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Shimano Tekota

Multireels

66.90 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.57 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio6.3:1

Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs

Weight410g / 14.46oz

Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €170.90
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size500 HGA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeStar drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofillbs/yds: 12/440

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 20 Stella 18000 HGX edges out Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the gear ratio (5.7:1) and the maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs). Still, Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX holds its own with strengths like a weight of 410g / 14,46oz and a line retrieve per crank of 75 centimeter / 29.53 inch, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

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

Shimano Tekota 500 HGA / Right handX

Scoring 8.63 out of 10 (410g / 14,46oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
A score of 6.43 out of 10 (75 centimeter / 29.53 inch) gives a decent speed but doess not rush a lot
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load