Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX vs Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G)

Seafishing

67.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics3.4 out of 10

Gear ratio5.8:1

Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs

Weight885g / 31.22oz

Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch

Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €850.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size18000-H
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/300

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

Conclusion

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX clearly outshines Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX, offering significantly better performance in gear ratio (6.2:1) and line retrieve per crank (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch). While Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX 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 20 Saltiga (G) and Daiwa 19 Certate?

Daiwa 20 Saltiga (G) 18000-HX

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (30kg / 66,14lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators

Daiwa 19 Certate 3000-CXHX

A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
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.
8.8 out of 10 (93 centimeter / 36.61 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish