Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

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Daiwa 24 Certate SW

Seafishing

72.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.86 out of 10

Gear ratio6.2:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight375g / 13.23oz

Line retireve per crank110 centimeter / 43.31 inch

Ball bearings10

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €519.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size6000-XH
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.43/150

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 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 Certate SW and Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?

Daiwa 24 Certate SW 6000-XHX

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.93 out of 10 (375g / 13,23oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
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
The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues