Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX vs Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX

Shimano Twin Power XD A
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.18 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight245g / 8.64oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings11
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €369.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC 5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/240

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 Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX edges out Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch) and the weight (245g / 8,64oz). Still, Shimano 20 Stella 18000 HGX holds its own with strengths like a maximum drag of 25kg / 55,12lbs and a durability of 9.5 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.
What's the difference between Shimano Twin Power XD A and Shimano 20 Stella?
Shimano Twin Power XD A C 5000 XGX
- With a score like 8.37 out of 10 (245g / 8,64oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
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