Daiwa 21 Presso LT 1000 S-PX vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

Daiwa 21 Presso LT, 1000 S-P, left and right hand, Forellen Spinning fishing reel, Front Drag, 60380
Daiwa 21 Presso LT
Spinning
78.70 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.55 out of 10
Ergonomics6.52 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag5kg / 11.02lbs
Weight145g / 5115oz
Line retireve per crank61 centimeter / 24016 inch
Ball bearings12

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €367.40
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000 S-P
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.12/100
Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, Spinning reel with rear drag
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 Presso LT 1000 S-PX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in weight (145g / 5115oz) and ergonomics (6.52 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 21 Presso LT 1000 S-PX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 21 Presso LT and Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?

Daiwa 21 Presso LT 1000 S-PX

  • A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (5kg / 11,02lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
  • Super lightweight thanks to its score and value 9.03 out of 10 (145g / 5115oz), great reel for finesse fishing where comfort and control matter the most

Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

  • 8.6 out of 10 (91cm / 35.83 inch) in line retrieve, means it picks up line fast, very handy when chasing quick fish
  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues