Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX vs Shimano Stella FK 2500X

Shimano Twin Power XD A, 4000 PG, left and right hand, Spinning Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPXD4000PGFA
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
73.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio4.4:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank72 centimeter / 28.35 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €369.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size4000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/260
Shimano Stella FK, 2500, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, STL2500FK
Shimano Stella FK
Spinning
93.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio5.1:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank75 centimeter / 29.53 inch
Ball bearings12+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €593.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 160/0.16

Conclusion

Shimano Stella FK 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (5.1:1) and total score (9.38 out of 10). While Shimano Twin Power XD A 4000 PGX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Stella FK 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Shimano Stella FK?

Shimano Stella FK 2500X

  • Thanks to its 7 out of 10 (5.1:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval