Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
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Daiwa 21 Certate SW
Seafishing
79.10 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics3.4 out of 10
Gear ratio5.8:1
Maximum drag30kg / 66.14lbs
Weight850g / 29.98oz
Line retireve per crank131 centimeter / 51.57 inch
Ball bearings8
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSeafishing
- Price range~ €537.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size18000-H
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.42/300

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
Spinning
37.00 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability3 out of 10
Ergonomics2 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight335g / 11.82oz
Line retireve per crank91cm / 35.83 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €51.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 SS DH HG
- Handle typeDouble handle
- Drag typeRead drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.25/260. 0.30/180, 0.35/130
Conclusion
Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (30kg / 66,14lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 18000-HX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?
Daiwa 21 Certate SW 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
- Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.
Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R
- 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
- 8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
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