Shimano Sedona 500 FI vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

Shimano Sedona 500 FI
Spinning
54.70 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics6.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.6:1
Maximum drag3kg / 7 lbs
Weight180g / 6.3oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €52.80
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size500
- Handle typeHandle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.20/110 lb/yds: 2/190. 4/100, 6/60

Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings13
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €733.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size5000 XG
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200
Conclusion
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Sedona 500 FI, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch). While Shimano Sedona 500 FI may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Sedona 500 FI and Shimano 20 Stella?
Shimano Sedona 500 FI
- With a score like 8.8 out of 10 (180g / 6.3oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX
- A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
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