Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX vs Shimano 19 Stella 30000X

Shimano Twin Power XD A, C 3000 XG, left and right hand, Spinning Saltwater Fishing Reel, Front Drag, TPXDC3000XGFA
Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
82.90 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.33 out of 10
Gear ratio6.4:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight200g / 7.05oz
Line retireve per crank94 centimeter / 37.01 inch
Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €359.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel sizeC 3000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210
Shimano 19 Stella, 30000, SWC, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, STLSW30000C
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 Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano 19 Stella 30000X, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) and weight (200g / 7,05oz). While Shimano 19 Stella 30000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Shimano 19 Stella?

Shimano Twin Power XD A C 3000 XGX

  • With a score like 8.67 out of 10 (200g / 7,05oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • 8.9 out of 10 (94 centimeter / 37.01 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish