Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX vs Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX

Daiwa RX LT

Spinning

58.30 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.71 out of 10

Ergonomics6.08 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight275g / 9.7oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings2

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €32.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.13/200

Shimano 21 Sustain

Spinning

90.40 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability9.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.3 out of 10

Gear ratio5:3:1

Maximum drag9kg / 19.84lbs

Weight210g / 7.41oz

Line retireve per crank78 centimeter / 30.71 inch

Ball bearings9

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €209.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000 FJ
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 130/1.3

Conclusion

Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX clearly outshines Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX, offering significantly better performance in durability (9.5 out of 10) and total score (9.04 out of 10). While Daiwa RX LT 3000-CX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 21 Sustain 3000 FJX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.