Tin man,
I’ve used Shimano Tekota 300LC for years of trouble free trolling.
Yes, they are high priced at around $200 per reel. Been beat on from Erie to multiple anglers for years, still works like new.
Never an issue with Line counter. When you buy, make sure line counter has good reviews. There are other good reels as mentioned in response here, priced lower.
Good fishing...Herk