Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX vs Shimano Sahara 1000 R

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Daiwa 24 TDR QD, 3012QD-DH, Match & Feeder Fishing Reel, Front Drag, 10516-313
Daiwa 24 TDR QD
Feeder And Match
84.40 out of 100
Value for money4.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability5.5 out of 10
Ergonomics5.94 out of 10
Gear ratio4.8:1
Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs
Weight300g / 10.58oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

  • BrandDAIWA
  • The main category of the reelFeeder and match
  • Price range~ €229.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size3012QD-DH
  • Handle typeDouble handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150
Shimano Sahara 1000 R, Spinning reel with rear drag
Shimano Sahara 1000 R
Spinning
36.20 out of 100
Value for money2.5 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.94 out of 10
Ergonomics4.15 out of 10
Gear ratio5.2:1
Maximum drag2kg / 4.41 lbs
Weight255g / 9.00oz
Line retireve per crank69cm / 27.17 inch
Ball bearings3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €46.33
  • Is saltwater resistantNo
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size1000
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeRead drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/m: 0.18/170. 0.20/140, 0.25/90

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 1000 R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.44 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 1000 R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa 24 TDR QD and Shimano Sahara 1000 R?

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QD-DHX

  • With a maximum drag of 10 out of 10 (12kg / 26,46lbs), this reel offers excellent stopping power, giving fishermen the confidence to handle pressure situations with ease
  • This reel provides steady retrieval 79 centimeter / 31.1 inch (6.29 out of 10), good enough for most feeder and match scenarios

Shimano Sahara 1000 R

  • The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3 S SUS + 1 Rollerbearing) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues