Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R

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

Daiwa 21 Certate SW

Seafishing

95.00 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.52 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag25kg / 55.12lbs

Weight615g / 21.69oz

Line retireve per crank92 centimeter / 36.22 inch

Ball bearings8

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €585.00
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000-P
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/300

Shimano Sahara 3000S R

Spinning

38.50 out of 100

Value for money2.5 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.99 out of 10

Ergonomics4.07 out of 10

Gear ratio5.2:1

Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs

Weight280g / 9.87oz

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 size3000 S
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeRead drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/290. 0.20/240, 0.25/160

Conclusion

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (25kg / 55,12lbs) and durability (9.5 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Certate SW and Shimano Sahara 3000S R?

Daiwa 21 Certate SW 8000-PX

With a drag score of 10 out of 10 (25kg / 55,12lbs), the reel is built to handle serious pressure from large saltwater predators
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.