Daiwa BG 2500X vs Shimano Sahara 3000S R

Daiwa BG

Spinning

75.50 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classMedium

Durability7.74 out of 10

Ergonomics6.12 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight265g / 9.35oz

Line retireve per crank84 centimeter / 33.07 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €98.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size2500
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/190

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 BG 2500X clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000S R, offering significantly better performance in durability (7.74 out of 10) and total score (7.55 out of 10). While Shimano Sahara 3000S R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa BG 2500X is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.