Daiwa GS LTD 3000X vs Shimano FX 3000 FCX

Daiwa GS LTD
Spinning
27.40 out of 100
Value for money3 out of 5
Quality classMedium
Durability3.66 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio4.7:1
Maximum drag0lbs
Weight305g / 10.76oz
Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch
Ball bearings4
Technical Specifications
- BrandDAIWA
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €83.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/220

Shimano FX
Spinning
52.50 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.17 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs
Weight250g / 8.82oz
Line retireve per crank71 centimeter / 27.95 inch
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.33
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000 FC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.3/130
Conclusion
Shimano FX 3000 FCX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) and weight (250g / 8,82oz). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano FX 3000 FCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Daiwa GS LTD and Shimano FX?
Shimano FX 3000 FCX
- Thanks to its 6.33 out of 10 (5.0:1) gear ratio, the reel offers a strong balance between torque and quick retrieval
- A drag rating of 6.38 out of 10 (8,5kg / 18,74lbs) gives you steady control and it's perfect for most freshwater fish and light saltwater action
- With a score like 8.33 out of 10 (250g / 8,82oz), the reel feels light in the hand.. ideal for active techniques like twitching, jigging, or topwater.
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