Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX vs Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

Daiwa 19 Certate, 3000-CXH, G LT, left and right hand,  Spinning reel, front drag, 10407-831
Daiwa 19 Certate
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.3 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag-
Weight210g / 7.41oz
Line retireve per crank93 centimeter / 36.61 inch
Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €389.00
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000-CXH
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.23/150
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R
Spinning
29.70 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.99 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight320g / 11.29oz
Line retireve per crank76cm / 29.92 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €49.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size2500 DH
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R, offering significantly better performance in total score (9.5 out of 10) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 19 Certate and Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R?

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX

  • With a score like 8.6 out of 10 (210g / 7,41oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
  • Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.

Shimano Sahara 2500 DH R

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues