Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX vs Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X

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Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G), 10000-P, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing reel, Front Drag, 10310-101
Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)
Seafishing
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.46 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs
Weight655g / 23.1oz
Line retireve per crank98 centimeter / 38.58 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €833.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.37/300
Shimano 21 Nexave FI  , 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, NEXC3000FI
Shimano 21 Nexave FI
Spinning
57.80 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.86 out of 10
Ergonomics6.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs
Weight255g / 8.99oz
Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch
Ball bearings4

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €41.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX clearly outshines Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and line retrieve per crank (98 centimeter / 38.58 inch). While Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) and Shimano 21 Nexave FI?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 10000-PX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Shimano 21 Nexave FI 3000X

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (4) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues