Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX vs Shimano 19 Stella 30000X

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Shimano Tiagra

Multireels

90.20 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio3.9:1 / 1.7:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight1575g / 55.56oz

Line retireve per crank104 centimeter / 40.95 inch

Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelMultireels
Price range~ €524.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size30WLRSA
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeLever drag
Handle orientationRight
Line capacity monofil-

Shimano 19 Stella

Spinning

61.40 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics4 out of 10

Gear ratio4.4:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight860g / 30.34oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €959.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.62/400

Conclusion

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch) and total score (9.02 out of 10). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Tiagra and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano Tiagra 30WLRSAX

For a score of 5.89 out of 10 (3.9:1 / 1.7:1) in gear ratio, the reel leans towards power over speed, making it handy when you need that extra muscle during tough fights
With a high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (104 centimeter / 40.95 inch), this reel is built for quick line recovery
With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (4), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load