Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX vs Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

76.40 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.76 out of 10

Ergonomics5.42 out of 10

Gear ratio4.9:1

Maximum drag15kg / 33.07lbs

Weight685g / 24.16oz

Line retireve per crank102 centimeter / 40.16 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size10000 PG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.47/210

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT

Spinning

90.80 out of 100

Value for money5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics6.42 out of 10

Gear ratio5.3:1

Maximum drag10kg / 22.05lbs

Weight175g / 6.17oz

Line retireve per crank80 centimeter / 31.5 inch

Ball bearings11

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €226.80
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3000D-C
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX edges out Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX with slightly better overall performance, especially on the line retrieve per crank (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) and the maximum drag (10kg / 22,05lbs). Still, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX holds its own with strengths like a ball bearings of 6 and a durability of 8.76 out of 10, making it a solid choice depending on your preferences and fishing needs.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

Scoring 8.5 out of 10 (6), the reel runs smooth under pressure
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa 20 Ballistic EX LT 3000D-CX

6.43 out of 10 (80 centimeter / 31.5 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques