Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX vs Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

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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 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

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX clearly outshines Daiwa GS LTD 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (15kg / 33,07lbs) and gear ratio (4.9:1). While Daiwa GS LTD 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Daiwa GS LTD?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 10000 PGX

With a high gear ratio of 9.4 out of 10 (4.9:1), this reel is built for jigging, lure work, or staying tight to fast-moving fish
Scoring 8 out of 10 (15kg / 33,07lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Scoring 8.04 out of 10 (685g / 24,16oz), this reel is lighter than expected for a saltwater model, which helps on long sessions without extra strain
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.

Daiwa GS LTD 3000X

6.29 out of 10 (79 centimeter / 31.1 inch) in line retrieve, means the reel delivers a steady and reliable retrieve which is ideal for most everyday techniques