Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X vs Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

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Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN, 3000, left and right hand, Spinning Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10113-300
Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN
Spinning
54.00 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.92 out of 10
Ergonomics6.02 out of 10
Gear ratio5.3:1
Maximum drag4kg / 8.82lbs
Weight295g / 10.41oz
Line retireve per crank82 centimeter / 32.28 inch
Ball bearings3

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €45.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/200
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A, 10000 PG, left and right hand, Saltwater fishing reel, Front Drag, SRG10000SWAPG
Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A
Seafishing
76.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.76 out of 10
Ergonomics5.42 out of 10
Gear ratio4.9:1
Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs
Weight685g / 24.16oz
Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch
Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSeafishing
  • Price range~ €229.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size10000 PG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X, offering significantly better performance in durability (8.76 out of 10) and ball bearings (6). While Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN and Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A?

Daiwa 23 MATCHMAN 3000X

  • 6.71 out of 10 (82 centimeter / 32.28 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

  • Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.