Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P vs Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R

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Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Seafishing

79.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability4.7 out of 10

Ergonomics5.61 out of 10

Gear ratio4.1:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight555g / 19.58oz

Line retireve per crank88 centimeter / 34.65 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size-
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.18/300

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 Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P clearly outshines Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and weight (555g / 19,58oz). While Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P and Shimano Sahara 3000 SS DH HG R?

Daiwa Emblem Surf Light 45 SCW QD- P

Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.41 out of 10 (555g / 19,58oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain